Naratriptan

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Naratriptan chemical structure
Naratriptan
Systematic (IUPAC) name
N-methyl-2-[3-(1-methyl-4-piperidyl
)-1H-indol-5-yl]-ethanesulfonamide
Identifiers
CAS number 121679-13-8
ATC code N02CC02
PubChem 4440
DrugBank APRD00220
Chemical data
Formula C17H25N3O2S
Mol. weight 335.465 g/mol
Pharmacokinetic data
Bioavailability 74%
Metabolism Hepatic
Half life 5-8 hours
Excretion Renal
Therapeutic considerations
Pregnancy cat.

C: (US)
B3: (AUS)

Legal status

Prescription only

Routes Oral

Naratriptan (Amerge®) is a triptan drug developed by Glaxo Wellcome Inc. and is used for the treatment of migraine headaches. Naratriptan is available in 2.5 mg tablets. It is a selective 5-hydroxytryptamine1 receptor subtype agonist. Naratriptan hydrochloride is chemically designated as N-methyl-3-( 1-methyl-4-piperidinyl)-1H-indole-5-ethanesulfonamide.

Some side effects of the drug include vision changes, tingling sensations, tiredness or weakness, upset stomach, dizziness, and warm/cold temperature sensations. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Amerge on February 11, 1998.

[edit] Side effects

Dizziness, drowsiness, tingling of the hands or feet, unusual tiredness, nausea, dry mouth and unsteadiness. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: chest pain/pressure, throat pain/pressure, unusually fast/slow/irregular pulse, one-sided muscle weakness, vision problems, cold/bluish hands or feet, stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, mental/mood changes, fainting. In the unlikely event you have a serious allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

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