Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Axert Tablet
Axert Tablet
| Generic name | Almotriptan |
|---|---|
| Drug class | serotonin (5-HT1) receptor agonist, triptan |
| Forms | 6.25 mg oral tablets, 12.5 mg oral tablets |
Axert is a prescription medicine used to treat migraine headaches that have already started. It works by narrowing blood vessels around the brain and reducing substances in the body that cause headache pain, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. The brand name Axert has been discontinued in the U.S., but generic almotriptan is still available.
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