Dosing & Uses
Dosage Strengths
tablet
- 2.5mg
Migraine
Indicated for acute treatment of migraine headache
2.5 mg PO at onset; may repeat after 2 hr if migraine recurs; not to exceed 7.5 mg/day
No evidence that a second dose is effective if no response seen with first dose for same headache
Safety and efficacy for treating more than 4 migraine attacks in 30-day period not established
Renal Impairment
Dose adjustment not necessary
Hepatic Impairment
Mild to moderate hepatic impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary
Severe hepatic impairment: Safety and efficacy not established
Safety and efficacy not established
Migraine: See adult dosing
Interactions
Interaction Checker
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Contraindicated
Serious - Use Alternative
Significant - Monitor Closely
Minor
Contraindicated (14)
- almotriptan
almotriptan, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- bromocriptine
bromocriptine, frovatriptan. 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, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- dihydroergotamine
dihydroergotamine, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- dihydroergotamine intranasal
dihydroergotamine intranasal, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- eletriptan
eletriptan, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- ergoloid mesylates
ergoloid mesylates, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- ergotamine
ergotamine, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- methylergonovine
methylergonovine, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- naratriptan
frovatriptan, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- rizatriptan
frovatriptan, rizatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- sumatriptan
frovatriptan, sumatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- sumatriptan intranasal
frovatriptan, sumatriptan intranasal. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
- zolmitriptan
frovatriptan, zolmitriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive vasospasm. Sep. by 24h.
Serious - Use Alternative (20)
- citalopram
citalopram, frovatriptan. 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
frovatriptan and cyclobenzaprine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- desvenlafaxine
frovatriptan and desvenlafaxine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dolasetron
dolasetron, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- granisetron
granisetron, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- isocarboxazid
frovatriptan and isocarboxazid both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
isocarboxazid increases levels of frovatriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - linezolid
frovatriptan 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 frovatriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - lorcaserin
frovatriptan and lorcaserin both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- methylene blue
frovatriptan 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, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ondansetron
ondansetron, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ozanimod
ozanimod increases toxicity of frovatriptan 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, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- phenelzine
frovatriptan and phenelzine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
phenelzine increases levels of frovatriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - procarbazine
frovatriptan and procarbazine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- rasagiline
frovatriptan and rasagiline both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid combination within 14 days of MAOI use
- tedizolid
tedizolid, frovatriptan. 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
frovatriptan and tranylcypromine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
tranylcypromine increases levels of frovatriptan by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. - vilazodone
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan, vortioxetine. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
Monitor Closely (85)
- 5-HTP
frovatriptan and 5-HTP both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- almotriptan
almotriptan and frovatriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amitriptyline
frovatriptan and amitriptyline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- amoxapine
frovatriptan and amoxapine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- aripiprazole
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan, 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, frovatriptan. 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
frovatriptan and buspirone both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- cariprazine
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and clomipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- clozapine
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and cocaine topical both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- cyproheptadine
cyproheptadine decreases effects of frovatriptan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Cyproheptadine may diminish the serotonergic effect of serotonin agonists.
- desipramine
frovatriptan and desipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- dexfenfluramine
frovatriptan and dexfenfluramine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dextroamphetamine
frovatriptan and dextroamphetamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dextroamphetamine transdermal
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and dextromethorphan both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- dihydroergotamine
frovatriptan and dihydroergotamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dihydroergotamine intranasal
frovatriptan and dihydroergotamine intranasal both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dosulepin
frovatriptan and dosulepin both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- doxepin
frovatriptan and doxepin both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- droxidopa
frovatriptan and droxidopa both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor. May increase risk for supine hypertension
- duloxetine
frovatriptan and duloxetine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- eletriptan
eletriptan and frovatriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ergotamine
frovatriptan and ergotamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- escitalopram
frovatriptan and escitalopram both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- fenfluramine
frovatriptan and fenfluramine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
fenfluramine, frovatriptan. 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
frovatriptan and fluoxetine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- fluphenazine
frovatriptan, 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 frovatriptan both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- haloperidol
frovatriptan, 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, frovatriptan. 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
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and imipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- isoniazid
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
frovatriptan and isoniazid both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor. - L-tryptophan
frovatriptan and L-tryptophan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- levomilnacipran
frovatriptan and levomilnacipran both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- lisdexamfetamine
frovatriptan and lisdexamfetamine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lithium
frovatriptan and lithium both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lofepramine
frovatriptan and lofepramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- loxapine
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and lsd both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lurasidone
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and maprotiline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- meperidine
frovatriptan and meperidine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- milnacipran
frovatriptan and milnacipran both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- mirtazapine
frovatriptan and mirtazapine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- molindone
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and morphine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- naratriptan
frovatriptan and naratriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- nefazodone
frovatriptan and nefazodone both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- nortriptyline
frovatriptan and nortriptyline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- olanzapine
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan, oliceridine. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- paliperidone
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and paroxetine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- pefloxacin
pefloxacin will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- pentazocine
frovatriptan and pentazocine both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- perphenazine
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan, 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).
- protriptyline
frovatriptan and protriptyline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- quetiapine
frovatriptan, 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 frovatriptan by serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increases risk of serotonin syndrome.
- risperidone
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and rizatriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- SAMe
frovatriptan and SAMe both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- selegiline
frovatriptan and selegiline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- selegiline transdermal
frovatriptan and selegiline transdermal both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- sertraline
frovatriptan and sertraline both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- St John's Wort
frovatriptan and St John's Wort both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- sufentanil SL
sufentanil SL, frovatriptan. 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
frovatriptan and sumatriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sumatriptan intranasal
frovatriptan and sumatriptan intranasal both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tapentadol
frovatriptan and tapentadol both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- thiothixene
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and tramadol both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trazodone
frovatriptan and trazodone both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- trifluoperazine
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and trimipramine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- venlafaxine
frovatriptan and venlafaxine both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- ziprasidone
frovatriptan, 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
frovatriptan and zolmitriptan both increase serotonin levels. Use Caution/Monitor.
Minor (34)
- amobarbital
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- armodafinil
armodafinil will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- butalbital
butalbital will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cigarette smoking
cigarette smoking will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ciprofloxacin
ciprofloxacin will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- duloxetine
duloxetine, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- erythromycin base
erythromycin base will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- erythromycin ethylsuccinate
erythromycin ethylsuccinate will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- erythromycin lactobionate
erythromycin lactobionate will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- erythromycin stearate
erythromycin stearate will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- escitalopram
escitalopram, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- ethinylestradiol
ethinylestradiol will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fluoxetine
fluoxetine, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- mexiletine
mexiletine will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- milnacipran
milnacipran, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- modafinil
modafinil will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nefazodone
nefazodone, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- paroxetine
paroxetine, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- peginterferon alfa 2a
peginterferon alfa 2a will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pipemidic acid
pipemidic acid will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- secobarbital
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- sertraline
sertraline, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- smoking
smoking will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- tobacco use
tobacco use will decrease the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- trazodone
trazodone, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- venlafaxine
venlafaxine, frovatriptan. Mechanism: unknown. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of weakness, dyspnea, chest pain.
- verapamil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- zileuton
zileuton will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
Adverse Effects
1-10%
Chest pain (>2%)
Frequency Not Defined
Dizziness
Fatigue
Flushing
Headache
Hot or cold sensation
Paresthesia
Somnolence
Dyspepsia
Nausea
Xerostomia
Skeletal pain
Myocardial infarction and coronary artery vasospasm in patients with CAD risk factors (extremely rare)
Warnings
Contraindications
Ischemic coronary artery disease (CAD) (eg., angina pectoris, history of myocardial infarction, or documented silent ischemia), or coronary artery vasospasm, including Prinzmetal’s angina
Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome or arrhythmias associated with other cardiac accessory conduction pathway disorders
History of stroke, transient ischemic attack (TIA), or history of hemiplegic or basilar migraine because these patients are at higher risk of stroke
Peripheral vascular disease
Ischemic bowel disease
Uncontrolled hypertension
Recent use (ie, within 24 hr) of another 5-HT1 agonist, an ergotamine containing or ergot-type medication such as dihydroergotamine (DHE) or methysergide
Hypersensitivity to frovatriptan succinate (angioedema and anaphylaxis seen)
Cautions
Clear diagnosis of migraine headache must be established
Chest discomfort and jaw or neck tightness reported infrequently following intranasal administration (relatively common following SC injection)
Sensations of pain, tightness, pressure, and heaviness reported in chest, throat, neck, and jaw after treatment and are usually non-cardiac in origin; however, perform a cardiac evaluation if these patients are at high cardiac risk; contraindicated in patients with CAD and those with Prinzmetal’s angina
Overuse of acute migraine drugs (eg, ergotamine, triptans, opioids, or combination of these drugs for 10 or more days per 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 the overused drugs, and treatment of withdrawal symptoms (which often includes a transient worsening of headache) may be necessary
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; contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled hypertension
There have been reports of reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema, in patients receiving therapy; such reactions can be life threatening or fatal; in general, anaphylactic reactions to drugs are more likely to occur in individuals with a history of sensitivity to multiple allergens; therapy is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity reaction to drug
Serotonin syndrome
- Serotonin syndrome may occur particularly during co-administration 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
Vasospasm reactions
- 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 a vasospastic reaction following the use of any 5-HT1 agonist, rule out a vasospastic reaction before administering therapy
- Reports of transient and permanent blindness and significant partial vision loss reported with 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
Cerebrovascular events
- Cerebral hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, stroke, and other cerebrovascular events reported in patients treated with 5-HT1 agonists; some have resulted in fatalities
- In a number of cases, it appears possible that the cerebrovascular events were primary, the agonist having been administered in the incorrect belief that the symptoms experienced were a consequence of migraine, when they were not
- Before treating headaches in patients not previously diagnosed as migraineurs, and in migraineurs who present with symptoms atypical of migraine, other potentially serious neurological conditions need to be excluded; therapy is contraindicated in patients with a history of stroke or TIA
Arrhythmias
- Life-threatening disturbances of cardiac rhythm including ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation leading to death reported within a few hours following administration of 5-HT1 agonists
- Discontinue therapy if these disturbances occur; therapy is contraindicated in patients with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome or arrhythmias associated with other cardiac accessory conduction pathway disorders
Myocardial ischemia, infarction, and Prinzmetal’s angina
- Not for use in patients with ischemic or vasospastic CAD
- There have been rare reports of serious cardiac adverse reactions, including acute myocardial infarction, occurring within a few hours following administration of therapy; 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-naïve patients who have multiple cardiovascular risk factors (eg, increased age, diabetes, hypertension, smoking, obesity, strong family history of CAD) prior to receiving therapy
- Do not administer therapy if there is evidence of CAD or coronary artery vasospasm
- For patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors who have a negative cardiovascular evaluation, consider administrating first dose in a medically-supervised setting and performing an electrocardiogram (ECG) immediately following administration
- For such patients, consider periodic cardiovascular evaluation in intermittent long-term users of drug
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
There are no adequate data on developmental risk associated with use in pregnant women; in animal studies, frovatriptan produced developmental toxicity (embryofetal lethality, fetal abnormalities, and decreased embryofetal growth) when administered to pregnant rats and rabbits at doses greater than those used clinically
Published data have suggested that women with migraines may be at increased risk of preeclampsia during pregnancy
Lactation
There are no data on presence of frovatriptan in human milk, effects of frovatriptan on breastfed infant, or effects of on milk production; in rats, oral dosing with frovatriptan resulted in levels of frovatriptan and/or its metabolites in milk up to four times higher than in plasma
Developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with mother’s clinical need for therapy and any potential adverse effects on breastfed infant from frovatriptan or 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
Pharmacokinetics
Half-life: 26 hr
Peak plasma time: 2-4 hr
Metabolism: CYP1A2
Distribution: 4.2 L/kg (male); 3 L/kg (female)
Protein binding: 15%
Bioavailability: 20% (male); 30% (female)
Excretion: Feces (62%); urine (32%)
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| BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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| Frova oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| frovatriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| frovatriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| frovatriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  | |
| frovatriptan oral - | 2.5 mg tablet |  |
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Patient Handout
frovatriptan oral
FROVATRIPTAN - ORAL
(FROE-va-TRIP-tan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Frova
USES: Frovatriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Frovatriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain.Frovatriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking frovatriptan and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, at the first sign of a migraine. It may be taken with or without food, but may work faster when it is taken on an empty stomach. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. If there is no improvement in your symptoms, do not take more doses of this medication before talking to your doctor.If your symptoms are only partly relieved or if your headache comes back, the U.S. manufacturer recommends that you may take another dose after 2 hours, up to a maximum of 3 doses (7.5 milligrams) in a 24-hour period. The Canadian manufacturer recommends that you may take another dose after 4 hours, up to a maximum of 2 doses (5 milligrams) in a 24-hour period. Carefully follow your doctor's directions for using this medication.If you have a higher risk for heart problems (see Precautions), your doctor may perform a heart exam before you start taking frovatriptan. He/she may also direct you to take your first dose of this medication in the office/clinic to monitor for serious side effects (such as chest pain). Talk to your doctor for details.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, feelings of tingling/numbness/prickling/heat, tiredness, dry mouth, 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 hands/feet, hearing changes, mental/mood changes.Frovatriptan 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 frovatriptan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any 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: blood circulation problems (for example, in your legs, arms/hands, or stomach), certain types of headaches (hemiplegic or basilar migraine), heart problems (such as chest pain, irregular heartbeat, previous heart attack), liver disease, seizure, stroke or "mini-stroke" (transient ischemic attack).Certain conditions can increase your risk for heart problems. Tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions, including: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, family history of heart disease, overweight, smoker, postmenopausal (women), age more than 40 years (men).This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. 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).Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).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 unknown if 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.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.If you also take any ergotamine medication (such as dihydroergotamine) or other "triptan" drugs (such as zolmitriptan, rizatriptan), you will need to separate your frovatriptan dose at least 24 hours apart from your dose of these other medications to lessen the chance of serious side effects.
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: Do not share this medication with others.Certain foods, beverages, or food additives (such as red wine, cheese, chocolate, monosodium glutamate) as well as lifestyle patterns such as irregular eating/sleeping habits or stress may bring on a migraine headache. Avoiding these "triggers" may help lessen migraine attacks. 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. (See How to Use section.)
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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