For which of the following patients suffering a migraine headache would sumatriptan (Imitrex) be indicated?
1. 73-year-old with angina pectoris
2. 36-year-old female with preeclampsia
3. 45-year-old diabetic male
4. 27-year-old asthmatic male
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Sumatriptan is contraindicated in patients with hypertension, angina, and diabetes. It also is a Pregnancy Category C drug.
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