Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
tablet
- 1mg
- 2.5mg
Migraine
1-2.5 mg PO at onset; may repeat once after 4 hours
Not to exceed 5 mg/day
Renal Impairment
Mild-to-moderate: Not to exceed 2.5 mg/day
Severe (<15 mL/min); Do not administer
Safety and efficacy not established
Not recommended
Interactions
Interaction Checker
No Results
Contraindicated
Serious - Use Alternative
Significant - Monitor Closely
Minor
Contraindicated (14)
- almotriptan
almotriptan, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- bromocriptine
bromocriptine, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Vasoconstrictive effects of triptans and bromocriptine may be additive. Drugs should not be used within 24h of one another.
- cabergoline
cabergoline, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- dihydroergotamine
dihydroergotamine, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- dihydroergotamine intranasal
dihydroergotamine intranasal, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- eletriptan
eletriptan, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- ergoloid mesylates
ergoloid mesylates, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- ergotamine
ergotamine, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- frovatriptan
frovatriptan, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- methylergonovine
methylergonovine, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- rizatriptan
naratriptan, rizatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- sumatriptan
naratriptan, sumatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- sumatriptan intranasal
naratriptan, sumatriptan intranasal. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- zolmitriptan
naratriptan, zolmitriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
Serious - Use Alternative (20)
- citalopram
citalopram, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Combination may increase risk of serotonin syndrome. If concomitant treatment with citalopram and a triptan is clinically warranted, careful observation of the patient is advised, particularly during treatment initiation and dose increases.
- cyclobenzaprine
naratriptan and cyclobenzaprine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- desvenlafaxine
naratriptan and desvenlafaxine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dolasetron
dolasetron, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- granisetron
granisetron, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- isocarboxazid
naratriptan and isocarboxazid both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
isocarboxazid increases levels of naratriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - linezolid
naratriptan and linezolid both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Linezolid may increase serotonin as a result of MAO-A inhibition. If linezolid must be administered, discontinue serotonergic drug immediately and monitor for CNS toxicity. Serotonergic therapy may be resumed 24 hours after last linezolid dose or after 2 weeks of monitoring, whichever comes first.
linezolid increases levels of naratriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - lorcaserin
naratriptan and lorcaserin both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- methylene blue
naratriptan and methylene blue both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Methylene blue may increase serotonin as a result of MAO-A inhibition. If methylene blue must be administered, discontinue serotonergic drug immediately and monitor for CNS toxicity. Serotonergic therapy may be resumed 24 hours after last methylene blue dose or after 2 weeks of monitoring, whichever comes first.
- netupitant/palonosetron
netupitant/palonosetron, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ondansetron
ondansetron, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ozanimod
ozanimod increases toxicity of naratriptan by sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Because the active metabolite of ozanimod inhibits MAO-B in vitro, there is a potential for serious adverse reactions, including hypertensive crisis. Therefore, coadministration of ozanimod with drugs that can increase norepinephrine or serotonin is not recommended. Monitor for hypertension with concomitant use.
- palonosetron
palonosetron, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- phenelzine
naratriptan and phenelzine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
phenelzine increases levels of naratriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - procarbazine
naratriptan and procarbazine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- rasagiline
naratriptan and rasagiline both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid combination within 14 days of MAOI use
- tedizolid
tedizolid, naratriptan. Either increases effects of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. both increase serotonin levels; increased risk of serotonin syndrome.
- tranylcypromine
naratriptan and tranylcypromine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
tranylcypromine increases levels of naratriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - vilazodone
naratriptan, vilazodone. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Concomitant therapy should be discontinued immediately if signs or symptoms of serotonin syndrome emerge and supportive symptomatic treatment should be initiated. .
- vortioxetine
naratriptan, vortioxetine. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
Monitor Closely (85)
- 5-HTP
naratriptan and 5-HTP both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- almotriptan
almotriptan and naratriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amitriptyline
naratriptan and amitriptyline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- amoxapine
naratriptan and amoxapine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- aripiprazole
naratriptan, aripiprazole. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- asenapine
naratriptan, asenapine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- benzhydrocodone/acetaminophen
benzhydrocodone/acetaminophen, naratriptan. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter system may result in serotonin syndrome. If concomitant use is warranted, carefully observe the patient, particularly during treatment initiation and dose adjustment.
- buspirone
naratriptan and buspirone both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- cariprazine
naratriptan, cariprazine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- clomipramine
naratriptan and clomipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- clozapine
naratriptan, clozapine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- cocaine topical
naratriptan and cocaine topical both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- cyproheptadine
cyproheptadine decreases effects of naratriptan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Cyproheptadine may diminish the serotonergic effect of serotonin agonists.
- desipramine
naratriptan and desipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- dexfenfluramine
naratriptan and dexfenfluramine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dextroamphetamine
naratriptan and dextroamphetamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dextroamphetamine transdermal
naratriptan, dextroamphetamine transdermal. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Initiate with lower doses and monitor for signs and symptoms of serotonin syndrome, particularly during initiation or dosage increase. If serotonin syndrome occurs, discontinue dextroamphetamine transdermal and concomitant serotonergic drug(s).
- dextromethorphan
naratriptan and dextromethorphan both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- dihydroergotamine
naratriptan and dihydroergotamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dihydroergotamine intranasal
naratriptan and dihydroergotamine intranasal both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dosulepin
naratriptan and dosulepin both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- doxepin
naratriptan and doxepin both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- droxidopa
naratriptan and droxidopa both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor. May increase risk for supine hypertension
- duloxetine
naratriptan and duloxetine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- eletriptan
eletriptan and naratriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ergotamine
naratriptan and ergotamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- escitalopram
naratriptan and escitalopram both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- fenfluramine
naratriptan and fenfluramine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
fenfluramine, naratriptan. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with drugs that increase serotoninergic effects may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome. - fluoxetine
naratriptan and fluoxetine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- fluphenazine
naratriptan, fluphenazine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- fluvoxamine
fluvoxamine and naratriptan both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- frovatriptan
frovatriptan and naratriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- haloperidol
naratriptan, haloperidol. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- hydrocodone
hydrocodone, naratriptan. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter system may result in serotonin syndrome. If concomitant use is warranted, carefully observe the patient, particularly during treatment initiation and dose adjustment.
- iloperidone
naratriptan, iloperidone. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- imipramine
naratriptan and imipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- isoniazid
naratriptan and isoniazid both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- L-tryptophan
naratriptan and L-tryptophan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- levomilnacipran
naratriptan and levomilnacipran both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- lisdexamfetamine
naratriptan and lisdexamfetamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lithium
naratriptan and lithium both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lofepramine
naratriptan and lofepramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- loxapine
naratriptan, loxapine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- loxapine inhaled
naratriptan, loxapine inhaled. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- lsd
naratriptan and lsd both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lurasidone
naratriptan, lurasidone. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- maprotiline
naratriptan and maprotiline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- meperidine
naratriptan and meperidine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- milnacipran
naratriptan and milnacipran both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- mirtazapine
naratriptan and mirtazapine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- molindone
naratriptan, molindone. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- morphine
naratriptan and morphine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- nefazodone
naratriptan and nefazodone both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- nortriptyline
naratriptan and nortriptyline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- olanzapine
naratriptan, olanzapine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- oliceridine
naratriptan, oliceridine. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- paliperidone
naratriptan, paliperidone. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- paroxetine
naratriptan and paroxetine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- pentazocine
naratriptan and pentazocine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- perphenazine
naratriptan, perphenazine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- pimavanserin
naratriptan, pimavanserin. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- pimozide
naratriptan, pimozide. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- procarbazine
procarbazine increases levels of naratriptan by serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Closely monitor for signs and symptoms of serotonin toxicity/serotonin syndrome during such therapy.
- protriptyline
naratriptan and protriptyline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- quetiapine
naratriptan, quetiapine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- remifentanil
remifentanil increases toxicity of naratriptan by serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increases risk of serotonin syndrome.
- risperidone
naratriptan, risperidone. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- rizatriptan
naratriptan and rizatriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- SAMe
naratriptan and SAMe both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- selegiline
naratriptan and selegiline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- selegiline transdermal
naratriptan and selegiline transdermal both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- sertraline
naratriptan and sertraline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- St John's Wort
naratriptan and St John's Wort both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- sufentanil SL
sufentanil SL, naratriptan. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter system may result in serotonin syndrome. If concomitant use is warranted, carefully observe the patient, particularly during treatment initiation and dose adjustment.
- sumatriptan
naratriptan and sumatriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sumatriptan intranasal
naratriptan and sumatriptan intranasal both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tapentadol
naratriptan and tapentadol both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- thiothixene
naratriptan, thiothixene. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- tramadol
naratriptan and tramadol both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trazodone
naratriptan and trazodone both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- trifluoperazine
naratriptan, trifluoperazine. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- trimipramine
naratriptan and trimipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- venlafaxine
naratriptan and venlafaxine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- ziprasidone
naratriptan, ziprasidone. unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Serotonin modulators may enhance dopamine blockade, possibly increasing the risk for neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Antipsychotics may enhance serotonergic effect of serotonin modulators, which may result in serotonin syndrome. Monitor for evidence of serotonin toxicity (eg, mental status changes, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (eg, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction).
- zolmitriptan
naratriptan and zolmitriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
Minor (11)
- duloxetine
duloxetine, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- escitalopram
escitalopram, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- ethinylestradiol
ethinylestradiol increases effects of naratriptan by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. The clinical implication of these interactions is unknown.
- fluoxetine
fluoxetine, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- mestranol
mestranol increases effects of naratriptan by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- milnacipran
milnacipran, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- nefazodone
nefazodone, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- paroxetine
paroxetine, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- sertraline
sertraline, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- trazodone
trazodone, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- venlafaxine
venlafaxine, naratriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
Adverse Effects
1-10%
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Fatigue
Paresthesias
Pain/pressure sensation
Nausea (1-5%)
Throat/neck symptoms
<1%
Myocardial infarction
Coronary artery vasospasm in pts with CAD risk factors
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, including angioedema and anaphylaxis
Severe hepatic or renal impairment
Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome or arrhythmias associated with other cardiac accessory conduction pathway disorders
Ischemic heart disease (angina pectoris, history of myocardial infarction, or documented silent ischemia) or coronary artery vasospasm, including Prinzmetal’s angina)
History of stroke or TIA, or history of hemiplegic or basilar migraine because such patients are at a higher risk of stroke
Peripheral vascular disease
Ischemic bowel disease
Uncontrolled hypertension
Within 24 hours of another 5-HT 1 agonist, ergotamine-containing medication, ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide)
Cautions
Decrease dose with mild-moderate renal impairment
Anaphylaxis/anaphylactoid and hypersensitivity reactions, including angioedema reported (see Contraindications)
May cause dizziness, weakness, or drowsiness (infrequent)
Life-threatening disturbances of cardiac rhythm, including ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation leading to death, reported within a few hours following the administration of 5-HT1 agonists; discontinue therapy if these disturbances occur
Sensations of tightness, pain, and pressure in the chest, throat, neck, and jaw commonly occur after treatment and are usually non-cardiac in origin; however, perform a cardiac evaluation if these patients are at high cardiac risk
Therapy may cause non-coronary vasospastic reactions, such as peripheral vascular ischemia, gastrointestinal vascular ischemia and infarction (presenting with abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea), splenic infarction, and Raynaud’s syndrome; in patients who experience symptoms or signs suggestive of non-coronary vasospasm reaction following the use of any 5-HT1 agonist, rule out a vasospastic reaction before receiving additional doses
Reports of transient and permanent blindness and significant partial vision loss reported with the use of 5-HT1 agonists; since visual disorders may be part of a migraine attack, a causal relationship between these events and the use of 5-HT1 agonists have not been clearly established
Serotonin syndrome
- Serotonin syndrome may occur, particularly during coadministration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors
- Serotonin syndrome symptoms may include mental status changes (eg, agitation, hallucinations, coma), autonomic instability (eg, tachycardia, labile blood pressure, hyperthermia), neuromuscular aberrations (eg, hyperreflexia, incoordination), and/or gastrointestinal symptoms (eg, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
- The onset of symptoms usually occurs within minutes to hours of receiving a new or a greater dose of a serotonergic medication; discontinue therapy if serotonin syndrome is suspected
- Significant elevation in blood pressure, including hypertensive crisis with acute impairment of organ systems, reported on rare occasions in patients treated with 5-HT1 agonists, including patients without a history of hypertension; monitor blood pressure in patients receiving therapy; drug is contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled hypertension
Medication overuse
- Overuse of acute migraine drugs (eg, ergotamine, triptans, opioids, or combination of these drugs for ≥10 days/month) may lead to exacerbation of headache (medication overuse headache)
- Medication overuse headache may present as migraine-like daily headaches or as a
- marked increase in frequency of migraine attacks; detoxification of patients, including withdrawal of overused drugs, and treatment of withdrawal symptoms (which often includes a transient worsening of headache) may be necessary
Cerebrovascular events
- Cerebral hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and stroke have occurred in patients treated with 5-HT1 agonists, and some have resulted in fatalities
- In a number of cases, it appears possible that the cerebrovascular events were primary, the 5-HT1 agonist having been administered in the incorrect belief that the symptoms experienced were a consequence of migraine when they were not
- Also, patients with migraine may be at increased risk of certain cerebrovascular events (eg, stroke, hemorrhage, TIA)
- Discontinue drug if a cerebrovascular event occurs; before treating headaches in patients not previously diagnosed as migraineurs, and in migraineurs who present with symptoms atypical for migraine, exclude other potentially serious neurological conditions
Myocardial ischemia, infarction, and Prinzmetal’s angina
- Serious cardiac adverse reactions, including acute myocardial infarction, occurring within a few hours following administration of therapy reported; some of these reactions occurred in patients without known CAD; therapy may cause coronary artery vasospasm (Prinzmetal’s angina) even in patients without a history of CAD
- Perform a cardiovascular evaluation in triptan-naive patients who have multiple cardiovascular risk factors (eg, increased age, diabetes, hypertension, smoking, obesity, strong family history of CAD) prior to receiving therapy; if there is evidence of CAD or coronary artery vasospasm, AMERGE is contraindicated
- For patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors who have a negative cardiovascular evaluation, consider administering the first dose in a medically supervised setting and performing an electrocardiogram (ECG) immediately following administration of; for such patients, consider periodic cardiovascular evaluation in intermittent long-term treatments
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy: There are no adequate data on the developmental risk associated with use of naratriptan in pregnant women; several studies have suggested that women with migraine may be at increased risk of preeclampsia during pregnancy
Lactation: There are no data on presence of naratriptan in human milk, effects of naratriptan on the breastfed infant, or effects of naratriptan on milk production; naratriptan is present in rat milk; the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for naratriptan and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from naratriptan or from the underlying maternal condition
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Selective 5-HT1 receptor agonist in cranial arteries
Causes vasoconstriction and reduces inflammation associated with antidronic neuronal transmission associated with relief of migraine
Absorption
Bioavailability: 70%
Peak Plasma Time: 3-4 hr
Peak Plasma Concentration: 50-1,000 ng/ml; 50% higher in women
Distribution
Protein Bound: 28-31%
Vd: 170 L
Metabolism
Via hepatic CYP450 enzymes
Elimination
Half-Life: 6 hr
Excretion: Urine 50%
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| naratriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| naratriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| naratriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| naratriptan oral - | 1 mg tablet |  | |
| naratriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| naratriptan oral - | 1 mg tablet |  |
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Patient Handout
naratriptan oral
NARATRIPTAN - ORAL
(nair-uh-TRIP-tan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Amerge
USES: This medication is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headaches, pain and other symptoms of migraines, including sensitivity to light/sound, nausea, and vomiting. Prompt treatment allows you to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Naratriptan does not prevent future migraines or reduce how often you may get a headache.Naratriptan belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. It affects a certain natural chemical (serotonin) that constricts blood vessels in the brain. It may also block other pain pathways in the brain.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist before you start using naratriptan and each time you get a refill. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.Take one tablet by mouth with or without food, at the first sign of a migraine, or as directed by your doctor. Do not take naratriptan to prevent a migraine. If there is no improvement in your symptoms, do not take any more doses of this medication before talking to your doctor. If your symptoms are only partly relieved, or if your headache comes back, you may take a second dose after 4 hours or as directed by your doctor. Do not take more than 5 milligrams in a 24-hour period.If you have never taken this medication before and you have risk factors for heart disease (see Precautions), you may be advised to take your first dose in your doctor's office in order to monitor for rare but serious heart problems (such as heart attack).Your dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.If you are using drugs for migraine attacks on 10 or more days each month, the drugs may actually make your headaches worse (medication overuse headache). Do not use medications more often or for longer than directed. Tell your doctor if you need to use this medication more often, or if the medication is not working as well, or if your headaches get worse.
SIDE EFFECTS: Flushing, sensations of tingling/numbness/prickling/heat, weakness, drowsiness, or dizziness may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: blue fingers/toes/nails, cold sensation of hands/feet, hearing changes, mental/mood changes.Naratriptan can commonly cause chest/jaw/neck tightness, pain, or pressure that is usually not serious. However, these side effects are like symptoms of a heart attack, which may include chest/jaw/left arm pain, shortness of breath, or unusual sweating. Get medical help right away if these or other serious side effects occur, including: fast/irregular heartbeat, fainting, severe stomach/abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, signs of a stroke (such as weakness on one side of the body, trouble speaking, sudden vision changes, confusion).This medication may increase serotonin and rarely cause a very serious condition called serotonin syndrome/toxicity. The risk increases if you are also taking other drugs that increase serotonin, so tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take (see Drug Interactions section). Get medical help right away if you develop some of the following symptoms: fast heartbeat, hallucinations, loss of coordination, severe dizziness, severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, twitching muscles, unexplained fever, unusual agitation/restlessness.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking naratriptan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other triptan migraine drugs; or it you have other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart disease (such as chest pain, heart attack, irregular heartbeat), decreased blood flow in the brain (such as stroke, transient ischemic attack), blood circulation disease (such as ischemic bowel disease, Raynaud's disease), certain types of headaches (hemiplegic or basilar migraine), kidney disease, liver disease.Tell your doctor if you have the following risk factors for heart disease: diabetes, family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, overweight, smoker, female after menopause, male over age 40.If you are at high risk for heart disease, your doctor may want to check your heart before prescribing naratriptan.This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).The risk of heart disease and high blood pressure increases with age. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially increased blood pressure and heart problems.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.If you also take any ergotamine medication (such as dihydroergotamine) or any other "triptan" drugs (such as zolmitriptan, rizatriptan), you will need to separate your naratriptan dose from your dose of these other medications in order to lessen the chance of serious side effects. Ask you doctor how long you should wait between your doses of these drugs.The risk of serotonin syndrome/toxicity increases if you are also taking other drugs that increase serotonin. Examples include street drugs such as MDMA/"ecstasy,"St. John's wort, certain antidepressants (including SSRIs such as fluoxetine/paroxetine, SNRIs such as duloxetine/venlafaxine), among others. The risk of serotonin syndrome/toxicity may be more likely when you start or increase the dose of these drugs.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Take this medication only as needed when a migraine occurs, as directed by your doctor. This medication should not be taken on a regular schedule. Never increase your dose of this medication or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.Certain foods/beverages or food additives (such as red wine, cheese, chocolate, monosodium glutamate) as well as some lifestyle patterns (such as irregular eating/sleeping habits, stress) may bring about a migraine headache. Avoiding these "triggers" may help decrease the frequency of migraine headaches. Consult your doctor for more details.Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood pressure) may be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised December 2022. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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