NARADEX 2.5 mg film -coated tablets,pcs

Instructions for use for NARADEX 2.5 mg film -coated tablets,pcs

Detailed instructions for NARADEX 2.5 mg film -coated tablets,pcs

Field of use

• The film -coated tablets contain Naratriptan (as hydrochloride), which belongs to a group of so -called triptans (also known as 5 -HT₁receptor agonist).
• Naratriptan film -coated tablets are used to treat migraines.
• Migraine symptoms can be caused by a temporary expansion of the blood vessels in the head. It is assumed that the film -coated tablets reduce this expansion of the blood vessels. This helps that the headache pass and other symptoms of migraines are alleviated, such as: B. a general feeling of illness (nausea or vomiting) as well as light and sensitivity to noise.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

2.78 mg naratriptan hydrochloride
2.5 mg naratriptan
Cellulose, microcrystalline auxiliary material (+)
Crooscarmellosis, sodium salt auxiliary material (+)
Iron (III) hydroxide oxide x-water Hedge substance (+)
Indigocarmine, aluminum salt auxiliary material (+)
81 mg lactose auxiliary substance (+)
Macrogol auxiliary substance (+)
Magnesium stair (Ph. EUR.) [pflanzlich] Hedge substance (+)
Poly (vinyl alcohol) auxiliary material (+)
Talcum auxiliary material (+)
Titan dioxide HILDBOFT (+)
1 mmol total sodium ion hedge material (+)
Total sodium ion helper (+)

Contradictions

• The medicine must not be used:
  • if you are allergic to Naratriptan or one of the other components of this drug.
  • if you have problems with the heart, such as B. a narrowing of the coronary arteries (ischemic heart disease) or chest pain (angina pectoris), or if they already had a heart attack.
  • if you have circulatory disorders in your legs that cause cramp -like pain when walking (peripheral vascular disease).
  • if you had a stroke or temporary conditions of less blood flow to the brain (also called temporary ischemic attack).
  • if you have high high blood pressure. You can take the film -coated tablets if your high blood pressure is slightly increased and well adjusted.
  • if you have severe kidney or liver diseases.
  • together with other migraine medication, including those that contain ergotamine, or with comparable medication such as methysergide or with other triptans or 5-HT₁receptor agonist.
• If one of these opposite ads applies to them:
  • Find out your doctor and do not take the preparation.

dosage

• Only take the medicine when the migraine headache has started.
• Don't take it to prevent a migraine attack.
• Always take this medicine exactly after consultation with your doctor. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• What amount should you take?
  • The usual dose for adults between the ages of 18 and 65 is a film -coated tablet, taken as a whole with water.
  • Naratriptan is not recommended for children under the age of 18 or adults for over 65 years.
• When should you take Naratriptan?
  • It is best to take a film -coated tablet as soon as you notice that the migraine headache begins;
  • however, it can also be taken during a migraine attack at any later time.
• When your symptoms return
  • You can take a second film-coated tablet after 4 hours, unless you have a kidney or liver disease.
  • If you have kidney or liver disease, do not take more than a film-coated tablet within 24 hours.
  • No patient should take more than two film -coated tablets within 24 hours.
• If the first film tablet has no effect
  • Do not take any further film -coated tablet for the same migraine attack.
  • If Naratriptan gives you no relief:
    • Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

• If you have taken a larger amount than you should
  • Do not take more than two film -coated tablets within 24 hours.
  • Taking too much naratriptan can make you sick. If you have taken more than two film -coated tablets within 24 hours:
    • Ask your doctor for advice.

• If you have any further questions about the application of this medicine, please contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Taking

• The usual dose for adults between the ages of 18 and 65 is a film -coated tablet, taken as a whole with water.

Patient information

• Warnings and Precautions
  • Please speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking the medicine.
  • If you have certain other risk factors
    • if you are a strong smoker or if you undergo nicotine replacement therapy, and especially
    • if you are a man over 40 years, or
    • if you are a woman after menopause (menopause).
  • In very rare cases, serious heart problems occurred in patients after taking it without previously there were signs of heart disease.
  • If one of the above points applies to you, this could mean that you have an increased risk of a heart disease, so
    • Inform your doctor so that your heart function can be checked before Naratriptan is prescribed.
  • If you are allergic to so-called sulfonamide antibiotics
    • If this is the case, you could also be allergic to Naratriptan. If you know that you are allergic to an antibiotic, but are not sure whether it is a sulfonamide:
      • Find your doctor or pharmacist before taking the preparation.
  • If you often take the medicine
    • A too frequent intake can make your headache worse.
      • Inform your doctor if this applies to you. He may recommend stopping.
  • If you feel pain or tightness in the chest after taking it
    • These can be intense, but usually pass quickly. If you don't pass quickly or if you get worse:
      • View a doctor immediately. In the "side effects" category you will find more information about these possible side effects.
  • If you take medication for depression, so-called SSRIS (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) or snris (serotonin noradrenalin reuptake inhibitor)
    • Find your doctor or pharmacist before taking the medicine.

• Wateriness and operating machines
  • Both through the migraine attack and by taking drafts. If you are affected, do not drive a car and do not operate machines.

Pregnancy

• Pregnancy
  • If you are pregnant or if you suspect that you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant, ask your doctor for advice before taking this drug. So far there is only limited information about pregnant women, although so far there are no signs of increased risk of birth errors . Your doctor may recommend that you not take Naratriptan during pregnancy.
• Breastfeeding
  • Do not breastfeed your baby up to 24 hours after taking it. If you pump milk during this time, reject them and do not give them to your baby.

Hints

Miscellaneous

- Naratriptan should only be used if a migraine is clearly diagnosed.
- Naratriptan is not indicated to prevent migraines.
- A medical examination should be carried out in the event of heart problems.
- Adolescents (12 to 17 years), children under the age of 12 and older over 65 years are not recommended.