Description: Relpax (eletriptan) 40 mg Tablets are a prescription medication used for the acute treatment of migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. Eletriptan is a selective serotonin receptor agonist (triptan) that helps relieve migraine symptoms, including headache, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other associated symptoms.
Ingredients:
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Active Ingredient: Eletriptan hydrobromide (40 mg)
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Inactive Ingredients: May include lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, triacetin, and FD&C Yellow No. 6. (Specific inactive ingredients should be verified from the product packaging or leaflet.)
Usage Instructions:
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Dosage: The recommended dose is 40 mg taken orally with or without food, as soon as possible after the onset of migraine symptoms.
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Frequency: If the migraine returns, a second dose may be taken after at least 2 hours. Do not exceed a total of 80 mg within 24 hours.
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Special Considerations: Do not use Relpax to treat other types of headaches, such as tension headaches. Use only for migraines diagnosed by a healthcare provider.
Benefits:
- Provides rapid relief from migraine headache pain.
- Reduces other symptoms associated with migraines, such as nausea and sensitivity to light and sound.
- Improves overall functionality during a migraine episode, allowing for a quicker return to daily activities.
Precautions:
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Contraindications: Do not use Relpax if you have a history of heart problems, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or if you are allergic to eletriptan or any of its ingredients.
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Side Effects: Common side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, and weakness. Serious side effects can include chest pain, shortness of breath, and severe stomach pain.
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Warnings: Inform your healthcare provider if you have risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, or a family history of heart disease or stroke. Avoid using Relpax if you have taken another migraine medication (such as another triptan or ergotamine) within the past 24 hours.
Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature between 20°C and 25°C (68°F and 77°F).
- Keep the tablets in their original packaging to protect them from moisture and light.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer:
Pfizer Consumer Healthcare
