Migard 2.5mg - 6 Tablets

What is Migard 2.5mg?

Migard 2.5mg tablets are taken to treat a migraine headache. These tablets contain a medicine called frovatriptan, which belongs to a class of medicines known as triptans.

This medicine is most effective when taken at the onset of a migraine attack. Migard should not be taken to prevent a migraine attack, only when you start to feel the symptoms of one coming on. However, it is safe to take alongside medicines that prevent migraines, such as Propranolol.

What is Migard used to treat?

Migard 2.5mg tablets are used to treat the headache phase of a migraine attack.

The exact cause of a migraine is unknown, but it is believed to be caused by the blood vessels widening in the brain, creating a throbbing pain. Migard contains the active ingredient frovatriptan, which is a triptan medicine that is commonly prescribed to treat the symptoms of a migraine headache.

Various factors can work to trigger a migraine, including stress, too much caffeine, poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption and a lack of sleep.

Why is Migard recommended for migraines?

Research has shown frovatriptan to be better tolerated than certain other triptan medicines, meaning you are less likely to suffer side effects. Furthermore, tests have shown this medicine to be highly effective at treating moderate to severe migraine attacks. 

Migard is most effective when you take it right at the start of a migraine attack. However, it can still help to relieve symptoms if taken later on during an attack.

How does Migard work?

Migraines are believed to be caused by the widening of blood vessels in the brain. Frovatriptan is a serotonin agonist which stimulates the brain’s serotonin receptors, narrowing the blood vessels again and alleviating the throbbing pain that comes with migraines.

Migard (Frovatriptan) typically has the slowest response time of 2 hours when compared to other triptans. 

Who can take Migard?

Migard 2.5mg tablets are not suitable for everyone to take.

This medicine must not be taken by anyone under 18 years old. It is also not recommended for people over the age of 65.

Do not take Migard if:

• You are allergic to frovatriptan or any of the other ingredients contained in this medicine
• You have severe liver disease
• You have ever had a heart attack or have suffered from any cardiovascular diseases, such as angina pectoris, or circulation disorders of the arms or legs
• You have ever had a stroke or transient ischaemic attack
• You suffer from high blood pressure, or your blood pressure is not controlled
• You are already taking certain other medicines to treat migraines, like ergotamine and ergotamine derivatives, and other triptan medicines

Speak to your doctor before you start taking Migard if you are at a high risk of developing coronary artery disease, particularly if:

• You are a post-menopausal woman or a man over the age of 40
• You are a heavy smoker or you are using nicotine substitution therapy

Can you buy Migard over the counter?

Migard is a prescription-only medicine (POM), so it cannot be bought over the counter. You will need to speak to your doctor, who will prescribe this medicine if it is suitable for you.

Can you buy Migard online in the UK?

You can buy Migard online from Medicine Direct, but you will first need to complete an online consultation questionnaire. This medicine can only be bought when prescribed, so one of our registered doctors or pharmacists will review your answers to make sure that Migard is a suitable and safe treatment for you to use.

Once your answers have been reviewed, your order will be confirmed. Furthermore, if your order is placed by 2pm, you will receive your medication the very next day.

Never buy medicine online from anywhere other than a registered pharmacy, like Medicine Direct.

Migard alternatives

There are many prescription alternatives to Migard if this medicine is ineffective or not suitable for you. Other triptan medicines such as Sumatriptan or Almotriptan can also be bought from our online pharmacy after completing an online consultation form. These medicines also work to narrow the blood vessels in the brain during a migraine attack and help to alleviate the symptoms they cause.

For people over the age of 16 who suffer from migraines, Anadin Extra is also available to order from our pharmacy. Anadin Extra contains two painkillers: paracetamol and aspirin. The other active ingredient is caffeine, which helps the medicine to get to work as quickly as possible, providing rapid pain relief from migraine headaches.