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Papers: 14 Sep 2019 - 20 Sep 2019


Human Studies

PAIN TYPE:
Migraine/Headache


2019 Oct


Headache


59


9

Levcromakalim, an Adenosine Triphosphate-Sensitive Potassium Channel Opener, Dilates Extracerebral but not Cerebral Arteries.

Authors

Al-Karagholi M A-M, Ghanizada H, Hansen JM, Skovgaard LT, Olesen J, Larsson HBW, Amin FM, Ashina M
Headache. 2019 Oct; 59(9):1468-1480.
PMID: 31535367.

Abstract

ATP-sensitive potassium (K ) channel opener levcromakalim induces migraine attacks in migraine patients. Underlying mechanisms responsible for headache and migraine induction after levcromakalim infusion are unknown.