It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Naratriptan CF before taking it.
What is Naratriptan CF
Relieving certain types of migraine headaches. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Naratriptan CF is a serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonist. It works by narrowing blood vessels in the brain.
Important safety information:
Naratriptan CF may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Naratriptan CF with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Naratriptan CF should not be used to prevent or reduce the number of migraine headaches you have. If you have a headache that is different from your usual migraine attacks, check with your doctor before using Naratriptan CF.
Overuse of Naratriptan CF may cause your headache to become worse. Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Rarely, serious heart problems have been reported within a few hours of using Naratriptan CF. Contact your doctor at once if fast or irregular heartbeat; chest, jaw, or neck pain or numbness; sudden, severe nausea or vomiting; sudden, unusual sweating or weakness; shortness of breath; fainting; or vision changes occur. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Serotonin syndrome is a possibly fatal syndrome that can be caused by Naratriptan CF. Your risk may be greater if you take Naratriptan CF with certain other medicines (eg, SSRIs, MAOIs). Symptoms may include agitation; confusion; hallucinations; coma; fever; fast or irregular heartbeat; tremor; excessive sweating; and nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms.
Lab tests, including blood pressure, heart function, and kidney or liver function, may be performed while you use Naratriptan CF. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Naratriptan CF should not be used in the ELDERLY; the risk for serious side effects (eg, heart problems, high blood pressure) may be increased.
Naratriptan CF should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 18 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Naratriptan CF while you are pregnant. It is not known if Naratriptan CF is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Naratriptan CF, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Naratriptan CF side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dizziness; drowsiness; flushing; numbness or tingling of the skin; tiredness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the eyelids, mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); blood in stool; burning or aching feeling in your feet or toes; chest pain; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or sore throat; heaviness or tightness in your leg muscles; mental or mood changes; numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs; pain, tightness, or pressure in the jaw, throat, neck, or chest; pain or cramps in the legs or hips; severe or persistent constipation or diarrhea; severe or persistent dizziness; sudden, severe, or persistent nausea or stomach pain; shortness of breath; symptoms of a stroke (eg, confusion, one-sided weakness, slurred speech, vision changes); unusual sweating; unusual weight loss; very cold or blue fingers or toes; vision loss; vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Naratriptan CF - Frequently asked Questions
Can Naratriptan CF be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Naratriptan CF?
Use Naratriptan CF as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
An extra patient leaflet is available with Naratriptan CF. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
Take Naratriptan CF by mouth with or without food.
It is best to take a dose of Naratriptan CF as soon as you notice headache symptoms of a migraine attack.
If your headache returns or you do not get full relief after one dose, you may take another dose at least 4 hours after the first dose.
If you do not get any relief from the first dose, do not take additional doses without first checking with your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Naratriptan CF and you still have a headache, take it as soon as possible. Do not take 2 doses at once. Do not take more than 2 doses in a 24-hour period.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Naratriptan CF.
Who should not take Naratriptan CF?
Some medical conditions may interact with Naratriptan CF. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a family member with a history of coronary artery disease or heart disease
if you have diabetes, liver or kidney problems, or fast or irregular heartbeat
if you have a history of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, shortness of breath, unusual growths in the brain, or other types of headache (eg, cluster headache)
if you smoke or are very overweight
if you are female and are past menopause or have had a hysterectomy
if you are a male older than 40 years old
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Naratriptan CF. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (eg, phenelzine), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, citalopram, fluoxetine), serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonists (eg, sumatriptan), serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) (eg, duloxetine, venlafaxine), sibutramine, tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline), or tryptophan because severe side effects, such as a reaction that may include fever, rigid muscles, blood pressure changes, mental changes, confusion, irritability, agitation, delirium, and coma, may occur
Ergot alkaloids (eg, ergotamine), hormonal contraceptives (eg, birth control pill), or methylsergide because they may increase the risk of naratriptan's side effects
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Naratriptan CF may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Naratriptan CF be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Naratriptan CF be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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