Frova
Frova is a brand-name migraine medication belonging to the triptan drug class, used to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. It works by narrowing blood vessels around the brain and reducing inflammation to relieve migraine symptoms such as pain, sensitivity to light, and nausea.
Frova is a prescription triptan medication used to treat acute migraine attacks in adults.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 322250
- Generic
- Frova
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Acute treatment of migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. It is not used to prevent migraines or treat other types of headaches.
Frova is a triptan that works as a selective serotonin (5-HT1B/1D) receptor agonist. It causes constriction of cranial blood vessels, reduces inflammation of nerve coverings, and inhibits pain signal transmission to help relieve migraine symptoms.
Frova should be taken at the first sign of a migraine attack for best results. It is not recommended for people with cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension, or hemiplegic migraines. Common side effects may include dizziness, fatigue, and flushing. Do not exceed the maximum recommended dose within 24 hours.
Official drug label
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