ELETRIPTAN (Relpax®) helps to relieve a migraine attack (an intense, throbbing headache often accompanied by nausea, vomiting and increased sensitivity to light and noise). A migraine may start with or without aura (an unusual feeling or change in vision that warns you of an attack). Eletriptan works by reducing swelling around the blood vessels in your brain and by blocking release of a chemical from your nerve endings. Eletriptan is not used for migraine prevention. Generic eletriptan tablets are not yet available.
Relpax 40 Mg Special precautions
Tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions:
bowel disease or colitis
diabetes
family history of heart disease
fast or irregular heartbeat
headaches that are different from your usual migraine
heart or blood vessel disease, angina (chest pain), or previous heart attack
high blood pressure
high cholesterol
history of stroke, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs or 'mini-strokes'), or intracranial bleeding
liver disease
overweight
poor circulation
postmenopausal or surgical removal of uterus and ovaries
Raynaud's syndrome
seizure disorder
tobacco smoker
unusual or allergic reaction to eletriptan, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
Relpax 40 Mg Side effects
Relpax 40 Mg Side effects that you should report to your prescriber as soon as possible:
a headache that is different or more severe than the usual migraines you have
blurred vision
chest, neck, or throat pain, tightness
dizziness or faintness
fast or irregular heart beat, palpitations
feeling of chest heaviness or pressure
seizures or convulsions
severe stomach pain and cramping, bloody diarrhea
shortness of breath, wheezing, or difficulty breathing
tingling, pain, or numbness in the face, hands or feet
unusual reaction or swelling of the skin, eyelids, face, or lips
Relpax 40 Mg Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
back pain
drowsiness
dry mouth
feeling warm or chilled, flushing, or redness of the face
