What is FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE used for?

FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE (brand name frovatriptan succinate) is a Triptan (Migraine) indicated for See full prescribing information.

What are the most common side effects of FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE the same as frovatriptan succinate?

frovatriptan succinate is a brand name for FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE

Q: How does FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE work?

FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Frovatriptan binds with high affinity to 5-HT 1B/1D receptors. The therapeutic activity of frovatriptan is thought to be due to the agonist effects at the 5-HT 1B/1D receptors on intracranial blood vessels (including the arterio-venous anastomoses) and sensory nerves of the trigeminal system which result in cranial vessel constriction and inhibition of pro-inflammatory neuropeptide release..

Triptan (Migraine)

Brand names: frovatriptan succinate

Oral

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Frovatriptan binds with high affinity to 5-HT 1B/1D receptors. The therapeutic activity of frovatriptan is thought to be due to the agonist effects at the 5-HT 1B/1D receptors on intracranial blood vessels (including the arterio-venous anastomoses) and sensory nerves of the trigeminal system which result in cranial vessel constriction and inhibition of pro-inflammatory neuropeptide release.

Indications

See full prescribing information

Contraindications

• 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Frovatriptan succinate tablets are contraindicated in patients with: • Ischemic coronary artery disease (CAD) (e.g.
• angina pectoris
• history of myocardial infarction
• or documented silent ischemia)
• or coronary artery vasospasm

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Myocardial ischemia/infarction or Prinzmetal’s angina: Perform cardiac evaluation in patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors ( 5
2 ) • Chest/throat/neck/jaw pain, tightness, pressure, or heaviness: Generally not associated with myocardial ischemia; evaluate high risk patients for coronary artery disease ( 5
1 Myocardial Ischemia, Myocardial Infarction, and Prinzmetal’s Angina Frovatriptan succinate tablets are contraindicated in patients with ischemic or vasospastic CAD
There have been rare reports of serious cardiac adverse reactions, including acute myocardial infarction, occurring within a few hours following administration of frovatriptan

Known Side Effects

5 documented side effects by frequency

Headache

1-10%

Drug Not Working

1-10%

Nausea

0.1-1%

Shortness of Breath

0.1-1%

Diarrhea

0.1-1%

Community Discussions

3 Reddit threads analysed for FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE

Overall Sentiment

Mixed

Comparison Threads

Avg Post Score

394 upvotes

Most discussed side effects in community

Rash (2)

Anxiety (2)

Vision Changes (2)

Dizziness (1)

Sexual Dysfunction (1)

Mood Changes (1)

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Diarrhea

Fatigue

Rash

Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.

Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE openFDA label JSON → FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE FAERS adverse-event reports → FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of FROVATRIPTAN SUCCINATE

Compare With

10 available comparisons

Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Oral