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Indications & Uses
Pharmacology
Almotriptan is a selective, potent agonist of serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine 1B/1D) receptors. By binding to these receptor sites on the meningeal arteries, it blocks the release of vasoactive peptides and prompts the arteries to constrict. Its action on arteries supplying the brain is limited, and it has little effect on blood vessels in the heart and lungs.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Acute Treatment of Migraine Attacks: For adults and adolescents aged 12 to 17, the recommended dose of Almotriptan is 6.25 mg to 12.5 mg, and in adults the 12.5 mg dose tends to work better. If the headache eases after the first dose of almotriptan malate but comes back, a second dose may be taken after 2 hours. The total daily dose should not go beyond 25 mg. Treating more than an average of four migraines per 30 days has not been established as safe.
Hepatic Impairment: In patients with hepatic impairment, the recommended starting dose of almotriptan malate is 6.25 mg, and the total dose over 24 hours should not go beyond 12.5 mg.
Renal Impairment: In patients with severe renal impairment, the recommended starting dose of almotriptan malate is 6.25 mg, and the total dose over 24 hours should not go beyond 12.5 mg.
Side Effects
Serious heart-related reactions, including heart attack, have occurred in people taking Almitan malate Tablets. Such events are very rare and have mostly been seen in patients who already had risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD).
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Almotriptan should not be used if you are allergic to the active substance or to any of the other ingredients in the tablet. It is also not for people with severe liver problems, anyone who has previously had a stroke (CVA) or a transient ischaemic attack (TIA), or anyone with peripheral vascular disease.
Contraindications
Almotriptan should not be used in patients with a history, symptoms or signs of ischaemic heart disease (myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, documented silent ischaemia, Prinzmetal's angina) or severe hypertension and uncontrolled mild or moderate hypertension, as is the case with other 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists. It should also not be given together with ergotamine, ergotamine derivatives (including methysergide) or other 5-HT1B/1D agonists, as this combination is contraindicated.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category C. It is not known whether almotriptan passes into human breast milk.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store Almotriptan below 30° C in a dry place, away from light. Don't freeze it, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Altrip 6.25 mg
What is Altrip 6.25 mg Tablet?
Altrip 6.25 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Almotriptan. It is made by NIPRO JMI Pharma Limited. It belongs to the 5-HT Agonists group of medicines.
What is Altrip used for?
Altrip is used for: Migraine, Headache.
What are the side effects of Altrip?
Serious heart-related reactions, including heart attack, have occurred in people taking Almitan malate Tablets. Such events are very rare and have mostly been seen in patients who already had risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD).
Can I take Altrip during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy Category C. It is not known whether almotriptan passes into human breast milk. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Altrip?
Store Almotriptan below 30° C in a dry place, away from light. Don't freeze it, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Can I take other medicines with Altrip?
Some medicines can interact with Almotriptan, for example: Noradrenaline, Verapamil Hydrochloride. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Almitan by Opsonin Pharma Limited has the same ingredient and strength for ৳25.00 per unit, compared with ৳25.08 for Altrip. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Do I need a prescription for Altrip?
Altrip is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.