Almotriptan
Uses
Almotan is used in the treatment of acute migraine attacks
How it Works
Almotan works by constricting or narrowing blood vessels, thereby relieving the migraine headaches. Almotan also belongs to a class of medicines known as 5HT1-receptor agonists or also known as triptans. Triptans work by stimulating the receptors of a natural substance in the brain called serotonin which is also called 5HT this then eases the symptoms of a migraine attack.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Almotan can include the symptoms below;
Neck pain,
Dizziness,
Throat pain,
Dry mouth,
Jaw pain,
Sensation of heaviness,
Sleepiness,
Weakness,
Nausea,
Paresthesia.