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Compare Frova vs. Amerge

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Key takeaways

Frovatriptan (Frova) and naratriptan (generic for Amerge) are both triptans used to treat migraines, but they have some differences. Frovatriptan is typically taken as a 2.5 mg tablet and can be taken again after 2 hours if needed, with a maximum of 7.5 mg per day. Naratriptan, on the other hand, is taken as a 1 mg or 2.5 mg tablet and can be taken again after 4 hours, with a maximum of 5 mg per day. Frovatriptan starts working within 2 hours, while naratriptan can take up to 4 hours to reach its full effect. Both medications are available in generic forms. Frovatriptan is not recommended for children under 18, and naratriptan hasn't been studied in children. Neither medication is used to prevent migraines. Both medications can cause serious side effects like heart problems and serotonin syndrome, so it's important to talk to your healthcare provider about your medical history before using them.

  • Frovatriptan (Frova)
    Naratriptan
  • Frovatriptan (Frova)
    Naratriptan

  • Summary of Frova vs. Amerge

    Summary for Triptan
    Prescription only

    Frovatriptan (Frova) is one of the many triptans available for treating migraine. It's approved for adults who have migraines with or without aura. The dosage is a tablet that's swallowed whole when you have a migraine. You can take another tablet 2 hours later if the medication doesn't completely relieve your migraine. Side effects include dizziness, tiredness, and sometimes chest tightness. Frovatriptan (Frova) is available as a brand-name and generic medication.

    Summary for Triptan
    Prescription only

    Naratriptan is a triptan that's used to treat migraines with or without aura in adults. While the brand name Amerge is no longer available, there's a generic version that you can get by prescription. Naratriptan is a tablet that's swallowed whole once, typically as a single dose. But you can take the medication again 4 hours later if the first dose didn't work to relieve your migraine. Side effects aren't common, but it might make you nauseous, sleepy, or dizzy.

  • Indications of Frova vs. Amerge

    Indications for
    •Treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults
    Indications for
    •Treatment of migraine attacks with or without aura in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Frova vs. Amerge

    Pros and Const for Triptan
    Pros
    •A first-choice option for short-term treatment of migraines
    •Effects might last longer than other triptans
    Cons
    •Might not be a good option for people who have trouble swallowing pills whole during a migraine
    •Might take about 2 hours or longer to feel complete pain relief
    •Not recommended for children under 18 years old
    Pros and Const for Triptan
    Pros
    •One of the first-choice options for short-term treatment of migraines
    •Might cause less side effects than sumatriptan (Imitrex)
    •Available as a lower-cost, generic medication
    Cons
    •Only available as a tablet, so it might not be a good option for people who have trouble swallowing pills during migraine attacks
    •Can take up to 4 hours to get the maximum benefit
    •Hasn't been studied in children
    •Can't use to prevent migraines

  • Common Side Effects of Frova vs. Amerge

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dizziness (8%)
    •Tiredness (5%)
    •Headache (4%)
    •"Pins and needles" feeling in the hands or legs (4%)
    •Flushing (4%)
    •Dry mouth (3%)
    •Hot or cold sensation (3%)
    •Bone pain (3%)
    •Indigestion (2%)
    •Chest pain (2%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (up to 5%)

  • Warnings of Frova vs. Amerge

    Common Side Effects for
    •Heart attack and chest pain (angina)
    •Irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmias)
    •Stroke or other brain injury
    •Extreme narrowing of blood vessels
    •Worse headaches if you take frovatriptan (Frova) too often
    •Serotonin syndrome
    •High blood pressure
    •Allergic reaction
    Common Side Effects for
    •Heart problems and high blood pressure
    •Stroke or other brain injury
    •Extreme narrowing of blood vessels
    •Worsened headaches if naratriptan is taken too often
    •Serotonin syndrome

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