About eletriptan hbr
Triptan migraine medicine
Used for
- Treats migraine attacks with or without aura in adults.
Usual adult dose
40 mg when migraine begins; if symptoms return, repeat after at least 2 hours. Maximum 80 mg in 24 hours.
Common side effects
- Dizziness, sleepiness, or weakness
- Nausea or indigestion
- Tingling or unusual sensations
- Chest or throat pressure
Important warnings
- Not for preventing migraines or treating cluster headaches.
- Avoid with uncontrolled high blood pressure or certain heart or blood-vessel conditions.
- Do not take within 24 hours of another triptan or ergot medicine.
- Seek urgent care for severe chest pain or signs of stroke.
Pregnancy
Human evidence is limited; use during pregnancy requires a clinician’s assessment of benefits and risks.
Breastfeeding
Eletriptan enters breast milk in small amounts; discuss use with a clinician, especially for newborn or premature infants.
Interactions
- Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as clarithromycin or ketoconazole, can dangerously raise eletriptan levels.
- Avoid other triptans or ergot medicines within 24 hours.
- SSRIs, SNRIs, and other serotonergic medicines may increase serotonin-syndrome risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.