Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 5, 2020.
Frovatriptan Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
Because there is no published experience with frovatriptan during breastfeeding, other agents may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.[1]
Drug Levels
Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Effects in Breastfed Infants
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
References
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Amundsen S, Nordeng H, Nezvalova-Henriksen K, et al. Pharmacological treatment of migraine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Nat Rev Neurol. 2015;11:209–19. [PubMed: 25776823]
Substance Identification
Substance Name
Frovatriptan
CAS Registry Number
158747-02-5
Drug Class
Breast Feeding
Lactation
Serotonin Agonists
Vasoconstrictor Agents
Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Agonists
Triptans
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