triptan
Headache vessel constrictor
Triptan is a class of medications used to treat migraines and cluster headaches.
These drugs work by narrowing blood vessels in the brain and blocking pain pathways, typically providing relief within an hour or two of taking them.
Common triptans include sumatriptan, rizatriptan, and zolmitriptan.
I keep a triptan in my bag in case a migraine hits at work.
They are not painkillers in the traditional sense but target the specific mechanisms thought to cause migraine symptoms.
Perceived emanation surrounding someone
- headacheCranial pain
- throbbingRhythmic painful pulsing
- photophobiaAbnormal aversion to brightness
- phonophobiaPathological dread of sounds
nausea · vomiting · prodrome · attack · episode · relief · abortive · acute
Mood-regulating brain chemical
- 5-HTMood-regulating neurotransmitter
- receptorSignal-receiving molecule
- agonistReceptor-binding trigger molecule
- vasoconstrictionArterial walls contracting inward
neurotransmitter · binding · cranial · blood vessel · inflammation · trigeminal · neurogenic · cerebral
Medical dispensing authorization
- tabletFlat portable computing device
- nasal sprayAerosolized nostril medication
- injectableAdministered via needle
- oralOf the mouth
dosage · acute · abortive · fast-acting · pharmaceutical · generic · brand-name
Ability to produce results
- regimenPrescribed course of treatment
- adherenceFaithful following of something
- responseAnswer to stimulus
- contraindicationReason to avoid treatment
side effects · rebound · overuse · prophylaxis · rescue · first-line · interval · timing
aura
Perceived emanation surrounding someone
- headacheCranial pain
- throbbingRhythmic painful pulsing
- photophobiaAbnormal aversion to brightness
phonophobia · nausea · vomiting · prodrome · attack · episode · relief · abortive · acute · debilitating
serotonin
Mood-regulating brain chemical
- 5-HTMood-regulating neurotransmitter
- receptorSignal-receiving molecule
- agonistReceptor-binding trigger molecule
vasoconstriction · neurotransmitter · binding · cranial · blood vessel · inflammation · trigeminal · neurogenic · cerebral · vascular
prescription
Medical dispensing authorization
- tabletFlat portable computing device
- nasal sprayAerosolized nostril medication
- injectableAdministered via needle
oral · dosage · acute · abortive · fast-acting · pharmaceutical · generic · brand-name
efficacy
Ability to produce results
- regimenPrescribed course of treatment
- adherenceFaithful following of something
- responseAnswer to stimulus
contraindication · side effects · rebound · overuse · prophylaxis · rescue · first-line · interval · timing · early intervention
triptanergotamine
Alkaloid treating severe headaches
NSAID · acetaminophen · opioid · vasodilator
triptanbiofeedback
Training via physiological monitoring
acupuncture · meditation · relaxation therapy · lifestyle modification · natural remedy