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Triptans

Triptans are used to treat migraines. They constrict blood vessels in the brain to relieve headaches, and may have an effect on nerve endings to further reduce pain.

Why are triptans prescribed?

  1. Migraine (100%)
  2. Cluster Headache (0%)

Key takeaways

Triptans treat migraine headaches. They work by narrowing blood vessels in the brain and may also help reduce pain signals. Triptans come in several different forms, including oral tablets and films, nasal sprays, and injections. Examples include sumatriptan (Imitrex, Tosymra, Zembrace), rizatriptan (Maxalt, Maxalt MLT, RizaFilm), and eletriptan (Relpax).

Prices for popular Triptans medications
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Sumatriptan (Imitrex) is an inexpensive drug used to treat migraines. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic sumatriptan is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Maxalt (Rizatriptan) is an expensive drug used to treat migraines with or without aura. An aura is a strange feeling or visual disturbance that warns you of an attack. It is not used to prevent migraines. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. The most common version of Maxalt is covered by 71% of insurance plans at a co-pay of $60.00-$80.00, however, some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Rizatriptan (Maxalt, Maxalt-mlt) is a moderately priced drug used to treat migraines with or without aura. An aura is a strange feeling or visual disturbance that warns you of an attack. It is not used to prevent migraines. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. it is available in multiple generic and brand versions. Generic rizatriptan is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
NARATRIPTAN treats migraines. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans. It is not used to prevent migraines.
ZOLMITRIPTAN treats migraines. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans. It is not used to prevent migraines.
ZOLMITRIPTAN treats migraines. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans. It is not used to prevent migraines.
ELETRIPTAN treats migraines. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans. It is not used to prevent migraines.
SUMATRIPTAN treats migraines and cluster headaches. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans. It is not used to prevent headaches or migraines.
FROVATRIPTAN treats migraines. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans. It is not used to prevent migraines.
ALMOTRIPTAN treats migraines. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans. It is not used to prevent migraines.
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Zembrace

as low as$173
Zembrace is part of the triptans class and treats Migraine. Triptans are used to treat migraines. They constrict blood vessels in the brain to relieve headaches, and may have an effect on nerve endings to further reduce pain. It is less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives for Zembrace.

GoodRx has partnered with InsideRx and Upsher-Smith Laboratories to reduce the price for this prescription. Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Zembrace is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans.
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Tosymra

as low as$656
Tosymra (sumatriptan) is used to treat migraines with or without aura. An aura is a strange feeling or visual disturbance that warns you of an attack. It is not used to prevent migraines. Tosymra is slightly less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives for Tosymra.

GoodRx has partnered with InsideRx and Upsher-Smith Laboratories to reduce the price for this prescription. Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Tosymra is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans.
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Onzetra

as low as$907
Onzetra (sumatriptan) is used to treat migraines with or without aura. An aura is a strange feeling or visual disturbance that warns you of an attack. It is not used to prevent migraines. It is less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives for Onzetra.

GoodRx has partnered with InsideRx and Currax Pharmaceuticals to reduce the price for this prescription. Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Onzetra is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans.
Rizafilm is part of the Triptans class and treats Migraine. Triptans are used to treat migraines. They constrict blood vessels in the brain to relieve headaches, and may have an effect on nerve endings to further reduce pain. Rizafilm is only available as a brand name drug.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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