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Headache Flashcards

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What class is Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex]?

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serotonin receptor Agonist

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Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex]: MOA

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It causes vasoconstriction, diminishes perivascular inflammation

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Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex]: Indication

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to abort a current migraine and to relieve its symptoms

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Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex] ADRs

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heavy arms, chest pressure, angina, teratogenesis,

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Migraine: Preventative medication

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beta blockers, antiepileptics, tricyclic antidepressants, estrogens, CCB, ACE, B12`

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Cluster headaches: Treatment

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Verapamil, lithium, steriods

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Tension-type headache: Treatment

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Asa, Acetaminophen

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