Migraine sufferers who are not able to react to existing treatment could finally put an end to their sufferings with a new drug expected to hit the market in the near future.
Migraine sufferers who are not able to react to existing treatment could finally put an end to their sufferings with a new drug expected to hit the market in the near future.
Existing migraine drugs such as triptans are not always effective among at least a third of migraine patients and are dangerous for those who also suffer from heart problems. However the new drug, called as telcagepant, currently being developed does not have the same side effects as the triptans drugs and can be safely used by heart patients.
About Migraine
Migraine is a chronic disorder characterized by headache, nausea, vomiting or sensitivity to light and sound.
Migraine is a chronic disorder characterized by headache, nausea, vomiting or sensitivity to light and sound.
In a report published in the magazine The Lancet, the researchers revealed some of the side effects of the drug which includes dry mouth, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, and drowsiness. “The clinical trials we have reviewed provide evidence that CGRP receptors are important molecular targets for development of anti-migraine drugs”, the report added.
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Head aches - Types - Symptoms - Migraine - Diagnosis - Treatment
A headache literally means ‘pain in the head’. It is a common complaint that may occur frequently in some
A headache literally means ‘pain in the head’. It is a common complaint that may occur frequently in some
