Headaches: Pharmacological Management Flashcards
1
Q
Serotonin receptor agonists
Antimigraine agents
A
Triptans
2
Q
Cause vasoconstriction, reduce inflammation, and may reduce pain transmission
A
Triptans
3
Q
5 Triptans in routine in clinical use (contraindicated with pt with Ischemic Heart Disease)
A
Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
Naratriptan (Amerge)
Rizatriptan (Maxalt)
Zolmitriptan (Zomig)
Almotriptan (Axert)
4
Q
Additional medications
A
- Ergotamine Preparations
- NSAIDs
- Beta Blockers
- Antiepileptics
- Antidepressants
- Ace Inhibitors
- Corticosteroids (cranial arteritis)
- reduce inflammation
5
Q
Additional medications
Acts on smooth muscles prolonging the constriction of the cranial blood vessels
A
Ergotamine preparations
