Abstract:Migraine is a common disabling neurological disorder, often starting in children and adolescents. Triptans, a class of selective 5HT1b/d receptor agonists, have been shown to be effective and well-tolerated as acute therapy in adult migraineurs. Data examining efficacy and tolerability of triptans in adolescents are limited compared with adults. Almotriptan has recently been approved by the USA regulatory authorities (FDA) for the acute treatment of migraine headache in adolescent patients (age 12 to 17 years)… Show more
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