Axert and Xelpros

• Generic Name: almotriptan
• Dosage Forms: tablet, coated
• Other Brand Names: Axert

Axert is a headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain. This medicine also reduces substances in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms.

Axert is used to treat migraine headaches in adults and in adolescents who are at least 12 years old. This medicine will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.

Axert should not be used to treat a common tension headache, a headache that causes loss of movement on one side of your body, or any headache that seems to be different from your usual migraine headaches. Use Axert only if your condition has been confirmed by a doctor as migraine headaches.

Axert may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: latanoprost ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic emulsion
• Other Brand Names: Xalatan, Xelpros, Xalatan Multi-Pack

Xelpros (for the eyes) is used to treat certain types of glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.

Xelpros may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.