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Triptan chest symptoms — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient who took sumatriptan for migraine reports tight chest pain lasting 20 minutes after the dose. She wants to buy another pack because the migraine returned. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Do not supply and refer for medical assessment before further triptan use

Triptans can cause chest symptoms, but cardiac causes must be considered when pain is significant or concerning. Further use should be avoided until assessed by a clinician. Daily preventive use or dose escalation at the counter is inappropriate.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS