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Can naratriptan be taken with ergotamine?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Naratriptan must not be taken together with ergotamine because of a theoretical increased risk of coronary vasospasm, and at least 24 hours must separate their administration in either order.

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Naratriptan 2.5 mg film coated tabletsMorningside Healthcare Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products · Version 1Document updated 1 June 2026

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