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Can Naratriptan Be Taken Before Upper Endoscopy Procedure?

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Posted on Sat, 13 Aug 2016
Question: I know 5 days before and upper endoscopy you need to stop taking all asprin and NSAID i stopped like i was suppose to , my procesure is monday morning . I get massive migraines . I forot to ask if i could still take my Naratriptan if needed .. And i realy could use it ..
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (41 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes you can

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.

Naratriptan is not an NSAID so it will not affect stomach mucosa and it is not contraindicated to take it prior to gastroscopy. You can take Paracetamol for example or Tramadol as well.

Wish you good health.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
you re welcome

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you re welcome
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Can Naratriptan Be Taken Before Upper Endoscopy Procedure?

Brief Answer: Yes you can Detailed Answer: Hi and welcome to HCM. Naratriptan is not an NSAID so it will not affect stomach mucosa and it is not contraindicated to take it prior to gastroscopy. You can take Paracetamol for example or Tramadol as well. Wish you good health. Regards