Mechanism of Action of Triptans
Introduction Triptans are a class of drugs primarily used in the acute treatment of migraine and cluster headaches. They are selective serotonin receptor agonists, specifically targeting the 5-HT1B and 5-HT1D subtypes. By reversing the pathophysiological mechanisms of migraine, triptans help relieve headache, nausea, photophobia, and phonophobia. Common drugs in this class include sumatriptan, rizatriptan, and … Read more