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Almotriptan
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first triptan medication to treat migraines in adolescents. The drug, called Almotriptan, was already approved to treat migraines in adults, but now may be used by teens. The drug's maker, Almirall, has been granted a patent extension on the medication until 2015.
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Almotriptan approved to treat migraines in teens
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first triptan medication to treat migraines in adolescents. The drug, called... Read more »
Axert Oral Uses and How to Use
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: ALMOTRIPTAN - ORAL Pronounced: (AL-moe-TRIP-tan) Uses Almotriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headaches, pain... Read more »
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Preventing Migraines
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
for Treating Migraine AttacksMany different medications are used to treat migraines. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has specifically... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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