Introduction

Uses of Altrip

Migraine

Side effects of Altrip

Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Jaw pain
Nausea
Neck pain
Sleepiness
Throat pain
Weakness

How to use Altrip

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Altrip may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Altrip works

Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the brain and release of vasoactive and pro-inflammatory peptides (chemical messenger) from sensory nerve endings. Altrip is a selective serotonin receptor agonist. It works by constricting (narrowing) these blood vessels and prevents the release of the chemical messenger in the nerve endings, thereby relieving the migraine headaches.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Altrip for treatment of migraine headaches.
Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Notify your doctor if your migraine occurs more often after starting the medication.
Notify your doctor if you have stomach pain, headache, bloody diarrhoea or worsening high blood pressure.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
This medication does not prevent migraine attacks from happening.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Altrip. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Altrip may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Altrip is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Altrip may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Altrip should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Altrip may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Altrip should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Altrip may be needed. Please consult your doctor.