Almotriptan interactions

Almotriptan (Axert), a triptan has 135 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 114 major, 18 moderate, 3 minor, and 0 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (114)

  • Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Acetaminophen and codeine label, Precautions)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • AmphetamineCNS stimulantMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Amphetamine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when coadministered with serotonergic agents (e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Atomoxetinenorepinephrine reuptake inhibitorMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • • Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Belladonna and opium label, Drug interactions)

  • Bromocriptinedopamine agonistMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • BuprenorphineopioidMajor

    Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Buprenorphine label, Drug interactions)

  • Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Buprenorphine and naloxone label, Drug interactions)

  • Buspironeserotonergic drugMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome The development of a potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome has been reported with SNRIs SSRIs, and other serotonergic drugs, including buspirone, alone but particularly with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans), with drugs that impair metabolism of serotonin (in particular, MAOIs, including reversible MAOIs… (Buspirone label, Warnings)

  • • Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Butalbital, acetaminophen, caffeine, and codeine label, Drug interactions)

  • Intervention: Avoid concomitant use Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Butalbital, aspirin, caffeine, and codeine label, Drug interactions)

  • ButorphanolopioidMajor

    …medical attention if they ‎experience symptoms of hyperalgesia, including worsening pain, increased ‎sensitivity to pain, or new pain [see WARNINGS ; ADVERSE REACTIONS ].‎ Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that butorphanol tartrate could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Butorphanol label, Precautions)

  • Cabergolinedopamine agonistMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • CitalopramSSRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • CodeineopioidMajor

    • Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Codeine label, Drug interactions)

  • Cyclobenzaprinemuscle relaxantMajor

    Immediately discontinue concomitant treatment with TONMYA and a serotonergic agent if serotonin syndrome symptoms occur and initiate supportive symptomatic treatment. (Cyclobenzaprine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • DarunavirantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Desipraminetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    Concomitant use of Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) and serotonergic drugs may potentially cause life threatening adverse events ( see CONTRAINDICATIONS , WARNINGS , and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). (Desipramine label, Drug interactions)

  • Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DextroamphetamineCNS stimulantMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening reaction, may occur when amphetamines are used in combination with other drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter systems such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), triptans,… (Dextroamphetamine label, Warnings)

  • Dihydroergotamineergot alkaloidMajor

    Ergotamine-Containing and Ergot-Type Medications Do not use almotriptan tablets and ergotamine-containing or ergot-derived medications like dihydroergotamine, ergotamine tartrate, or methysergide within 24 hours of each other [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] . (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • DuloxetineSNRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EfavirenzantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • EletriptantriptanMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Ergotamine and caffeineergot alkaloidMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • EscitalopramSSRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • FentanylopioidMajor

    • Serotonin Syndrome : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Fentanyl label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • FluoxetineSSRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluvoxamineSSRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FosamprenavirantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • FosaprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • FrovatriptantriptanMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • GranisetronQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Serotonin syndrome has been reported with granisetron products, alone but particularly with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (Granisetron label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydrocodoneopioidMajor

    Example: lactulose Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Hydrocodone label, Drug interactions)

  • Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen tablets could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen label, Precautions)

  • Serotonergic drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine label, Drug interactions)

  • Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Hydrocodone and homatropine label, Drug interactions)

  • S er otonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Hydrocodone and ibuprofen label, Precautions)

  • HydromorphoneopioidMajor

    • Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Hydromorphone label, Drug interactions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • LenacapavirantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevorphanolopioidMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Levorphanol label, Precautions)

  • LinezolidantibioticMajor

    • Serotonin Syndrome: Monitor patients taking Linezolid injection concomitantly with serotonergic agents for signs of serotonin syndrome. (Linezolid label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LisdexamfetamineCNS stimulantMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Lisdexamfetamine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lithiumserotonergic drugMajor

    If concomitant use of lithium with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, inform patients of the increased risk for serotonin syndrome and monitor for symptoms. (Lithium label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lopinavir and ritonavirantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • MeperidineopioidMajor

    ‎ • Serotonin Syndrome with Concomitant Use of Serotonergic Drugs : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Meperidine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Metaxalonemuscle relaxantMajor

    Serotonin syndrome has resulted from concomitant use of metaxalone (within the recommended dosage range) and other serotonergic drugs [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. (Metaxalone label, Drug interactions)

  • MethadoneopioidMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Methadone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethamphetamineCNS stimulantMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when coadministered with serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Methamphetamine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Methylene blueMAO inhibitorMajor

    WARNING: SEROTONIN SYNDROME WITH CONCOMITANT USE OF SEROTONERGIC DRUGS AND OPIOIDS PROVAYBLUE may cause serious or fatal serotonergic syndrome when used in combination with serotonergic drugs and opioids. (Methylene blue label, Boxed warning)

  • Methylergonovineergot alkaloidMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • MifepristoneCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • MilnacipranSNRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • MirtazapineantidepressantMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome : Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic drugs (e.g., SSRI, SNRI, triptans), but also when taken alone. (Mirtazapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MorphineopioidMajor

    • Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Morphine label, Drug interactions)

  • NaratriptantriptanMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • NefazodoneantidepressantMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Olanzapine and fluoxetineantipsychoticMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OliceridineopioidMajor

    Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oliceridine label, Drug interactions)

  • OndansetronQT-prolonging drugMajor

    S e ro t o ni n Syndrome: Serotonin syndrome has been reported with 5-HT 3 receptor antagonists alone but particularly with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (Ondansetron label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxycodoneopioidMajor

    Serotonergic Drug s: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oxycodone label, Drug interactions)

  • OxymorphoneopioidMajor

    Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oxymorphone label, Drug interactions)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Palonosetronserotonergic drugMajor

    Serotonin syndrome : reported with 5-HT 3 receptor antagonists alone, but particularly with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (Palonosetron label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ParoxetineSSRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Pentazocine and naloxone label, Precautions)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Promethazine and codeine label, Drug interactions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • RemifentanilopioidMajor

    • Serotonin Syndrome : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Remifentanil label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • RizatriptantriptanMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • SertralineSSRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SolriamfetolCNS stimulantMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • St. John's wortHerbal and supplementMajor

    Combining St. John's wort with antidepressants and other serotonergic drugs increases the risk of serotonin syndrome. (NCCIH, St. John's Wort)

  • SumatriptantriptanMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • TapentadolopioidMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome with Concomitant Use of Serotonergic Drugs : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Tapentadol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • TranylcypromineMAO inhibitorMajor

    These medicines are in some cold, hay fever or weight-loss medicines. sympathomimetic herbal medicines or dietary supplements antihistamines (allergy medicines) triptans buspirone carbamazepine dextromethorphan dopamine hydroxytryptophan and tryptophan levodopa and methyldopa meperidine rasagline resperine s-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM-e) tapentadol tetrabenazin… (Tranylcypromine label, Boxed warning)

  • TrazodoneantidepressantMajor

    Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRI, SNRI, triptans), but also when taken alone. (Trazodone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VenlafaxineSNRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • VilazodoneSSRIMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Viloxazinenorepinephrine reuptake inhibitorMajor

    Potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome, particularly in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Concomitant use of almotriptan tablets and potent CYP3A4 inhibitors should be avoided in patients with renal or hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Almotriptan label, Drug interactions)

  • VortioxetineantidepressantMajor

    • Serotonin Syndrome : Increased risk when coadministered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone. (Vortioxetine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    • Serotonin Syndrome : Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone. (Ziprasidone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ZolmitriptantriptanMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

Moderate interactions (18)

  • Acetazolamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Brinzolamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clomipraminetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) ( See CONTRAINDICATIONS , WARNINGS , and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION .) Serotonergic Drugs ( See CONTRAINDICATIONS , WARNINGS , and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION .) (Clomipramine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dichlorphenamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dorzolamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dorzolamide and timololcarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DroxidopasympathomimeticModerate

    Drugs that Increase Blood Pressure Administering NORTHERA in combination with other agents that increase blood pressure (e.g., norepinephrine, ephedrine, midodrine, and triptans) would be expected to increase the risk for supine hypertension. (Droxidopa label, Drug interactions)

  • Methazolamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NalbuphineopioidModerate

    Serotonergic Drugs The concomitant use of opioids with other drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter system, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), triptans, 5-HT3 receptor antagonists, drugs that effect the serotonin neurotransmitter system… (Nalbuphine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nortriptylinetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) ( See CONTRAINDICATIONS , WARNINGS , and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION . ) Serotonergic Drugs ( See CONTRAINDICATIONS , WARNINGS , and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION . ) (Nortriptyline label, Drug interactions)

  • Silver sulfadiazinesulfonamideModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SulfadiazinesulfonamideModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SulfasalazinesulfonamideModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TramadolopioidModerate

    Serotonin Syndrome Risk: Potentially life-threatening condition could result from use of Tramadol Hydrochloride Extended-Release Capsules, particularly during concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (Tramadol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Serotonin Syndrome Risk Cases of serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening condition, have been reported with the use of tramadol, including tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen, during concomitant use with serotonergic drugs. (Tramadol and acetaminophen label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Trimipraminetricyclic antidepressantModerate

    Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) (See CONTRAINDICATIONS , WARNINGS , and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION .) Serotonergic Drugs (See CONTRAINDICATIONS , WARNINGS , and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION .) (Trimipramine label, Drug interactions)

  • ZonisamideanticonvulsantModerate

    Use with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides ( 5.8 ) (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

Minor mentions (3)

  • EluxadolineopioidMinor

    Medication Overuse Headache Overuse of acute migraine drugs (e.g., ergotamine, triptans, opioids, or combination of these drugs for 10 or more days per month) may lead to exacerbation of headache (medication overuse headache). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Medication Overuse Headache Overuse of acute migraine drugs (e.g., ergotamine, triptans, opioids, or combination of these drugs for 10 or more days per month) may lead to exacerbation of headache (medication overuse headache). (Almotriptan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PhentermineCNS stimulantMinor

    The safety and efficacy of combination therapy with phentermine and any other drug products for weight loss including prescribed drugs, over-the-counter preparations, and herbal products, or serotonergic agents such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (e.g., fluoxetine, sertraline, fluvoxamine, paroxetine), have not been established. (Phentermine label, Warnings and precautions)

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Not medical advice. Severity reflects the label's wording, not your circumstances. A "major" flag can be routine under supervision and a "minor" one can matter at high doses. Ask a pharmacist.