Amerge Dosage
Generic name: NARATRIPTAN HYDROCHLORIDE 1mg
Dosage form: tablet, film coated
Drug class: Antimigraine agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 21, 2024.
Dosing Information
The recommended dose of AMERGE is 1 mg or 2.5 mg.
If the migraine returns or if the patient has only partial response, the dose may be repeated once after 4 hours, for a maximum dose of 5 mg in a 24-hour period.
The safety of treating an average of more than 4 migraine attacks in a 30‑day period has not been established.
Dosage Adjustment in Patients with Renal Impairment
AMERGE is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance: <15 mL/min) because of decreased clearance of the drug.
In patients with mild to moderate renal impairment, the maximum daily dose should not exceed 2.5 mg over a 24‑hour period and a 1-mg starting dose is recommended.
Dosage Adjustment in Patients with Hepatic Impairment
AMERGE is contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Grade C) because of decreased clearance.
In patients with mild or moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Grade A or B), the maximum daily dose should not exceed 2.5 mg over a 24-hour period and a 1-mg starting dose is recommended.
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