Amerge, also known generically as naratriptan, is a antimigraine agent. Amerge comes in a small tablet, green or white in color. We carry both Amerge and its generic alternative, naratriptan, both of which work equally effective. Naratriptan comes in 2.5mg while Amerge comes in 1mg and 2.5mg.

Amerge is prescribed to adults who suffer from migraines. Migraines are like severe headaches, they can last for a couple hours to a few days and fall into a moderate / severe level of pain. A person with migraines may experience (only while a migraine is occurring) headache pain, sensitivity to light and noise, nausea and/or vomiting.

Amerge works by reducing the substances in your brain that cause the symptoms of a migraine.

Always follow directions given to you by your doctor. You can also view the directions on the prescription label.

Take Amerge as soon as you notice the symptoms of a migraine beginning.

Take 1 tablet whole with water.

Call your doctor before taking a second one if the first one did not work. Ensure there is a 4 hour interval in-between first and second tablet.

Do not exceed more than 5mg in 24 hours.

You should not use Amerge if you have:

severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure; past or present heart problems; history of coronary artery disease, heart attack, or stroke, including "mini-stroke"; Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome or other heart rhythm disorder; a blood vessel disorder or circulation problems that cause a lack of blood supply within the body; severe liver or kidney disease; or a headache that seems different from your usual migraine headaches.

Make your doctor aware if you have:

liver or kidney disease; high blood pressure, a heart rhythm disorder; or coronary heart disease

It is unknown what the effects are on an unborn child or a nursing infant. If you are pregnant or breast feeding, consult your doctor about the risks and possibilities.

This product is not designed for a person under 18.

Do not take this medication within 1 day (24 hours) of taking any other migraine medications.

Tell your doctor if you have more than four headaches within the same month.

This is not a complete list of side effects. Please note that not everyone will experience side effects.

Some common side effects include:

dizziness, drowsiness; feeling weak or tired; numbness or tingling; flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling); nausea; or pain or tightness in your jaw, neck, or throat.

If you experience the follow, contact your doctor right away:

fast or pounding heartbeats; numbness or tingling and a pale or blue-colored appearance in your fingers or toes; pain or heavy feeling in your legs, hip pain, burning pain in your feet; or sudden and severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, constipation, fever, weight loss;

Is this product safe for pregnant females?

It is unknown whether this medication will harm an unborn baby. Consult your doctor to discuss the possibilities.

 

What drugs affect Amerge?

medicine to treat depression; medicine to treat a psychiatric disorder; a narcotic (opioid) medication; or medicine to prevent nausea and vomiting.

 

How should I store this medication?

Store this medication away from heat, light and moisture. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

 

What is the difference between Amerge and Naratriptan?

Both contain the same active ingredient – naratriptan – and both have passed the same quality standards. It is required that generic medications have the same quality and performance as the brand name medications. The only real difference is seen in the name, appearance and cost.