Relpax
EletriptanProduct information
Drug name: Relpax
Relpax generic name: Eletriptan
Formulation: tablet
What is Relpax used for?
Relpax for migraine sufferers is most common use. These pills are classified as Triptans, which means they decrease headaches by affecting serotonin levels and neurons in the brain. This drug aids patients in resuming regular activities while also reducing the need for additional pain relievers. Relpax migraine drug does not prevent or reduce migraine frequency.
The Relpax dosing is determined by the condition and reaction of the patients. At the first symptom of a migraine, it’s taken orally, with or without meals. In a 24-hour period, do not exceed 80 mg.
If you don’t see any change, speak with your prescribing doctor. A second dose can be given 2 hours after the first one if the migraine is only partially alleviated. If you experience more than ten migraines each day, go to your doctor. Many medicines have the potential to cause migraines if they are overused.
Is Relpax a narcotic?
No, there isn’t a set dose regimen for it.
Consult your prescribing doctor for a heart checkup if you have a history of heart issues. To check for adverse effects, you may be requested to take your first dosage with a doctor present. If the medicine isn’t working, your migraines are growing worse, or you need to raise the frequency or dose, speak with your doctor about your alternatives.
Relpax vs. Imitrex
Headaches are treated with both medicines. Relpax is both a Triptan and an anticonvulsant, whereas Imitrex is solely used for headaches.
Using Relpax
In case of the following conditions, talk to your prescribing physician:
- Blood circulation problems
- Hemiplegic/basilar migraine headaches
- Heart problems
- Liver disease
- Seizure
- Stroke/“mini-stroke”
Several conditions may increase your risk of heart problems:
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Family history heart disease
- Overweight
- Smoker
- Postmenopausal (women)
- Over 40 years of age (men)
Patients with high blood pressure and current heart issues are more likely to develop cardiac difficulties as they age.
It is possible that this medicine will make you dizzy. Dizziness is a side effect of alcohol and cannabis. Wait until it is safe to drive, operate machinery, or engage in other alert-demanding tasks. Limit your alcohol consumption and get medical advice before using marijuana.
Possible interactions include:
- Cobicistat
- Nefazodone
- Ribociclib
- Azole antifungals
- Macrolide antibiotics
- Hepatitis C virus protease inhibitors
- HIV protease inhibitors
- Ergotamine medications
- “Triptan” drugs
While pregnant or nursing, speak with your doctor about the benefits and drawbacks of this drug. A drug such as this is excreted in breast milk.
Without contacting your doctor, do not begin, stop, or modify your medication. To decrease the chance of adverse effects when taking other Triptans, split dosages by at least 24 hours. Serotonin syndrome/toxicity is a side effect of medicines that increase serotonin levels.
Relpax Side Effects:
Common:
- Nausea
- Tingling/numbness
- Weakness
- Tiredness
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Chest/jaw/neck tightness
- Pain
- Pressure
Serious:
- Raise blood pressure
- Blue fingers/toes/nails
- Cold hands/feet
- Fast/irregular heartbeat
- Fainting
- Severe stomach/abdominal pain
- Bloody diarrhea
- Stroke
- Serotonin syndrome/toxicity
- Allergic reaction
