Triptans For Cluster Headaches
Examples
| Brand Name | Generic Name |
| Imitrex | sumatriptan succinate |
| Brand Name | Generic Name |
| Zomig | zolmitriptan |
The injected form of sumatriptan is used to treat cluster headaches. Self-injection kits are available so that you can give yourself the shot. Nasal and oral sumatriptan are also available.
You can take zolmitriptan as a pill (by mouth) or use it as a nasal spray.
| Last updated: | April 11, 2008 |
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| Author: | Monica Rhodes |
| Reviewed By: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine, Colin Chalk, MD, CM, FRCPC - Neurology |
| Editors: | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Pat Truman, MATC |
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