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. 2022 Jan 19;12(2):142. doi: 10.3390/life12020142

Table 7.

Triptans and associated indications for pediatric use.

Drug Dose Age Indications Notes
ALMOTRIPTAN 6.25–12.5 mg tabs ≥12 years old Efficacy on phonophobia and photophobia
RIZATRIPTAN 5–10 mg OSF ≥5 years old Reduce dose in the case of simultaneous use of propranolol
SUMATRIPTAN 5–20 mg NS ≥12 years old Efficacy on phonophobia and photophobia
ZOLMITRIPTAN 5 mg NS ≥5 years old Efficacy at lower doses compared to other triptans

Tabs = tablets; OSF = orosoluble formulation; NS = nasal spray.