Table 3 Use of the different triptans in clinical practice
Drug | Formulation | Use in clinical practice |
|---|---|---|
Sumatriptan | SI | Rapid onset attack—if nausea/vomiting |
OT | ||
NS | If nausea/vomiting | |
S | If nausea/vomiting | |
Rizatriptan | ODT | Fast acting; if nausea/vomiting |
OT | ||
Zolmitriptan | ODT | If nausea/vomiting |
OT | ||
NS | If nausea/vomiting | |
Almotriptan | OT | Previous adverse events |
Eletriptan | OT | Â |
Naratriptan | OT | Previous adverse events |
Long-lasting attacks | ||
Frovatriptan | OT | Long-lasting attacks |