II. Indications

  1. Last line drug for Migraine Prophylaxis
  2. Use only with Neurology Consultation (due to toxicity)
  3. Rarely used in modern U.S. Migraine Management (largely replaced by other agents)

III. Mechanism

  1. Serotonin Antagonist (partial Agonist activity)

IV. Dosing

  1. Sansert 4-8 mg PO qd
  2. Drug holiday for 4 weeks every 6 months

V. Adverse Effects

  1. Retroperitoneal fibrosis
  2. Weight gain
  3. Edema

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