Almotriptan

Almotriptan is a migraine treatment known as a triptan that works on serotonin receptors to ease pain and other migraine symptoms. While they don’t prevent migraines, they work fast to ease symptoms and stop your attacks before they have a chance to fully develop. At 121doc, 12.5 mg Almotriptan tablets are available through a short online consultation.

Almotriptan works by binding to serotonin receptors and narrowing blood vessels in your brain that are thought to widen during a migraine attack. This helps stop pain signals being sent to the brain and blocks the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. By targeting migraines directly, Almotriptan goes beyond simple pain relief, easing symptoms before they progress too far.

Almotriptan generally takes around 30 minutes to 2 hours to work, with research showing that peak effects are usually felt 1-3 hours after you take it. It works best when taken early, so make sure to take your tablet as soon as you feel symptoms coming on.

If symptoms come back 2 hours after you take your tablet, you may take another. However, if no relief is felt after the first dose, do not take another for the same migraine attack.

IMPORTANT: If Almotriptan doesn’t offer any symptom relief, contact your doctor for advice. They may adjust your dosage or suggest an alternative migraine treatment.

Almotriptan is highly effective at treating migraines, and is uniquely well-tolerated, too. One study involving 806 adults aged 18-65 found the following:

• 81% of migraine attacks were relieved within 2 hours
• 56% of patients were entirely free from pain

Not only this, another study found that Almotriptan was particularly well-tolerated compared to other triptans, with only 1.8% of patients experiencing adverse side effects, compared to 4.4% taking Sumatriptan.

To be prescribed Almotriptan from 121doc, you must be aged 18-65 and have previously been diagnosed with migraine.

Do not take Almotriptan if you have:

• an allergy to any ingredient found in this medicine
• ever had a disease that restricts blood supply to the heart, such as heart attack
• ever had a stroke or experienced a reduction in blood flow to the brain
• ever had obstruction of the large arteries in the arms or legs (peripheral vascular disease)
• another migraine prescription you are taking (e.g. Sumatriptan)
• severe liver disease

Additionally, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Almotriptan. Research on the safety of Almotriptan use during pregnancy is limited, so a doctor will determine the safety of treatment on a case-by-case basis.

Almotriptan can sometimes cause side effects. If you experience any, contact your doctor for advice.

The most common Almotriptan side effects include:

• dizziness
• sleepiness
• nausea
• vomiting
• tiredness

For a full list of Almotriptan’s side effects, consult the patient information leaflet.

No, Almotriptan is not considered addictive, and, unlike some pain medications used for migraines, it generally isn’t habit-forming. However, you should take care to not overuse it, as this can lead to medication overuse headaches: a condition that occurs when certain medicines are taken too often. To avoid making your headaches worse, try to avoid using Almotriptan more than twice a week.

Yes, Almotriptan can be taken alongside paracetamol, as long as you follow the recommended dose for each and your doctor has told you it’s safe. Some people take these medicines together to better manage their pain.

The maximum dose of Almotriptan is two 12.5 mg tablets in any 24-hour period.

Here are some general rules to follow when taking Almotriptan:

• If your first dose doesn’t work, do not take a second dose for the same migraine attack.
• If symptoms do improve, but then return after at least 2 hours, you can take a second dose.
• Never exceed 2 doses per day.

While no harmful interaction has been definitively found with alcohol and Almotriptan, it is generally advised to avoid or at least limit alcohol consumption when taking Almotriptan. Excessive drinking may increase the severity of side effects and can worsen migraines.

No, you cannot get Almotriptan without a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider. Safety is our number one priority at 121doc, and our doctors will only prescribe treatment if you meet the criteria in your online consultation.

A prescription from a trusted healthcare provider like 121doc ensures:

• safety during treatment
• effective results
• monitoring of side effects

To see if you’re eligible for treatment, all you have to do is complete a short online consultation. Then, if approved by our medical team, your treatment will be delivered direct to your door in discreet packaging.