Efficacy of frovatriptan in the acute treatment of menstrually related migraine: analysis of a double-blind, randomized, cross-over, multicenter, Italian, comparative study versus rizatriptan.

Author: FerrariMichel D, LisottoCarlo, OmboniStefano, PinessiLorenzo, SaviLidia, ZanchinGiorgio, ZavaDario

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The objectives of this study are to assess the efficacy and safety of frovatriptan, and rizatriptan in the subgroup of women with menstrually related migraine of a multicenter, randomized, double blind, cross-over study. Each patient received frovatriptan 2.5 mg or rizatriptan 10 mg in a randomized ...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3208043/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Frovotriptan for Menstrually Related Migraine: A New Hope for Relief

In the realm of [migraine management], we seek effective and safe treatments for those who experience [menstrually related migraine], a debilitating condition. This research compares the effectiveness and safety of [frovatriptan] to [rizatriptan] in treating this type of migraine.

This research, based on a double-blind, randomized, cross-over trial, analyzed data from a group of women experiencing menstrually related migraine. The researchers compared the effectiveness of frovatriptan and rizatriptan in relieving migraine pain.

Finding Relief for Menstrually Related Migraine

This research suggests that frovatriptan may be as effective as rizatriptan in providing immediate relief from menstrually related migraine pain. Furthermore, the study found that frovatriptan showed a lower rate of migraine recurrence at 24 hours.

Managing Migraine Pain

This study offers hope for women experiencing menstrually related migraine, highlighting the potential of frovatriptan as a safe and effective treatment option. It reminds us that, like a camel seeking a cool respite in the desert heat, we must continue to explore new ways to manage migraine pain and improve the quality of life for those who suffer from this condition.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study suggests that frovatriptan is a promising treatment option for menstrually related migraine, offering comparable immediate relief to rizatriptan while demonstrating a lower rate of recurrence.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2012-08-08
  2. Date Revised 2021-10-20
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

21842274

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC3208043

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