Imitrex
The following information is intended to supplement
the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or
other healthcare professional. It should not be construed
to indicate that use of Imitrex is safe, appropriate, or effective
for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using
Imitrex.
How
to Use Imitrex
One dose is taken by mouth at the first signs of a migraine
attack. If you must take a second dose, do so exactly as instructed
by your doctor. Do not take more than 200mg in a 24 hour period.
Tablets are to be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do
not crush or chew them.
Imitrex Side Effects
Imitrex may initially cause flushing, dizziness, weakness,
nausea, drowsiness, stiffness, or feelings of tingling, heat,
fatigue. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction
to Imitrex , seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of
an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing.
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have: heart disease, coronary artery
disease, high blood pressure, stroke, kidney disease, liver
disease, allergies. There have been rare reports of those
with sulfa drug allergies having allergic reactions to sumatriptan.
Since Imitrex may cause drowsiness, use caution operating
machinery or engaging in activities requiring alertness and
avoid alcohol because it may increase drowsiness/dizziness
effects. Sumatriptan should be used during pregnancy only
when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your
doctor. Imitrex is excreted into breast milk.
Drug
Interactions
Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription
medication you take, especially of: ergotamine- containing
medication, all headache drugs, MAO inhibitors. Do not take
MAO inhibitors with sumatriptan or use sumatriptan within
2 weeks of stopping use of MAO inhibitors.
Overdose
If Imitrex overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include tremor, chest pain,
slowed breathing, and seizures. Notes
Imitrex is used to relieve a migraine attack in progress.
Imitrex is not effective in preventing migraine attacks.
Missed
Dose
Take Imitrex only when a migraine attack occurs as directed. This is not taken
routinely.
Storage
Store Imitrex at 15 to 30 degrees C away from heat and light. Do not store Imitrex
in the bathroom. Keep Imitrex out of the reach of children.
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