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USES: This medication is used to treat attacks of migraine headaches once they occur. Relief of symptoms may be noted as early as ten minutes and usually within one hour. It is not effective in preventing migraines. This medication is not to be used for other types of headaches.
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Imitrex
Uses
This medication is used to treat attacks of migraine headaches once they occur. Relief of symptoms may be noted as early as ten minutes and usually within one hour. It is not effective in preventing migraines. This medication is not to be used for other types of headaches.
Notes
- This medication is used to treat a migraine attack.
- It is not effective in preventing migraines or reducing their occurrence.
Storage
- Store this medication at room temperature away from heat and light.
- Properly discard of used medication and needles.
- Keep out of reach of children.
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How To Use
- HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication is given by injection just under the skin.
- It should be given as soon as possible when symptoms of a migraine appear.
- If the first dose does not relieve the headache, use no more of this medication for the same attack.
- If however, another attack occurs later, a second injection may be used if 1 hour has elapsed since the first dose.
- Do not use more than 2 injections in a 24 hour period.
- Use this medication as directed.
- Do not increase your dose or use this more frequently than prescribed.
- The auto-injector enables this medication to be self-injected.
- Your doctor or pharmacist can show you how to properly load the injector and administer the medication.
- Make sure you understand the correct technique for injection and how to properly dispose of needles, syringes and the medication.
- Be sure to ask any questions you may have.
Side Effects
- Tingling sensations, feelings of warmth or heaviness, dizziness, flushing, drowsiness or pain or redness at the injection site may occur.
- If these symptoms continue or become worse, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, tightness in the chest or throat, or an irregular or rapid pulse while taking this medication.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart disease, chest pain, high blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease or any allergies.
- There have been rare reports of those with sulfa drug allergies having allergic reactions to sumatriptan.
- Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
- Because this medication may cause dizziness and drowsiness, use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness.
- This medication is to be injected subcutaneously (under the skin) only.
- This medication should be used only when clearly needed if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- This medication appears in breast milk.
- Consult your doctor about breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- This medication is not for routine use.
- Use this only when symptoms of a migraine appear to stop an attack in progress as directed.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially ergotamine containing medication, other medication for prevention or treatment of headaches or MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine).
- Do not take MAO inhibitors with sumatriptan or use sumatriptan within 2 weeks of stopping use of MAO inhibitors.
- Do not take any ergotamine-containing medication and sumatriptan within 24 hours of each other.
- Also, report use of antidepressants or medication for weight control.
- If you are unsure about the type of medication you take, ask your pharmacist or care provider.
- It is recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medication.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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