Generic name:almotriptan [ AL-moe-TRIP-tan ]
Drug class:Antimigraine agents
The Axert brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Axert?
Axert is a headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain. This medicine also reduces substances in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms.
Axert is used to treat migraine headaches in adults and in adolescents who are at least 12 years old. This medicine will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.
Axert should not be used to treat a common tension headache, a headache that causes loss of movement on one side of your body, or any headache that seems to be different from your usual migraine headaches. Use Axert only if your condition has been confirmed by a doctor as migraine headaches.
Axert may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use this medicine if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart problems, a history of heart attack or stroke, or circulation problems that cause a lack of blood supply within the body.
Do not take Axert within 24 hours before or after using another <...
