Also known as:  Sumatriptan.

Description

Imitrex is a perfect remedy in struggle against the symptoms of migraine headaches.

Imitrex acts by narrowing blood vessels in the head and stopping pain signals from being sent to the brain. It is selective serotonin receptor agonists.

Imitrex is also known as Sumatriptan, Imigran.

Generic name of Imitrex is Sumatriptan.

Brand names of Imitrex are Imitrex, Imitrex nasal.

Dosage

Shake the liquid form of Imitrex before using.

Keep this remedy away from children and don't give it to other people for using.

Do not crush or chew it.

Use Imitrex once a day.

If you want to achieve most effective results do not stop taking Imitrex suddenly.

Missing a dose

Do not take double dose. If you miss a dose you should take it as soon as you remember about your missing. If it is the time for the next dose you should continue your regular dosing schedule.

Overdose

If you overdose Imitrex and you don't feel good you should visit your doctor or health care provider immediately. Symptoms of Imitrex overdosage: breathing problems, blue-colored lips or fingernails, weakness, lack of coordination, shaking, convulsions, vision problems, skin redness, watery eyes or mouth.

Storage

Store at room temperature between 2 and 30 degrees C (36 and 86 degrees F) away from moisture and heat. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Keep out of the reach of children.

Side effects

The most common side effects associated with Imitrex are:

• diarrhea
• muscle pain
• warmth or redness under your skin
• sneezing
• runny nose
• cough
• burning
• numbness
• lightheadedness
• sleepiness
• drooling
• sweating
• nausea
• pressure or heavy feeling in any part of your body
• vomiting
• stuffy nose

Less common side effects include:

• allergy reactions (urticaria, breathing difficulties, rash, and eruption)
• pain spreading to the arm or shoulder
• nausea
• exudation
• general ill feeling
• sudden migraine
• confusion
• problems with vision, speech, balance
• fast heart rate
• agitation
• muscle stiffness
• lack of coordination
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• sudden and severe stomach pain and bloody diarrhea
• convulsions
• numbness
• tingling, pale or blue-colored appearance in your fingers or toes
• chest pain or heavy feeling
• sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body
• seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist

Side effects occurrence does not only depend on the medication you are taking, but also on your overall health and other factors.

Contra-indications

Do not take Imitrex if you are allergic to Imitrex components or to aspirin.

Do not take Imitrex if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant. Avoid breast-feeding.

Be careful with this medicine if you smoke, if you are postmenopausal, or if you are a man over 40.

Be careful using Imitrex if you take selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (Ssris) such as citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, in symbyax), fluvoxamine, paroxetine (Paxil), and sertraline (Zoloft); and selective serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (Snris) such as duloxetine (Cymbalta) and venlafaxine (Effexor).

It can be dangerous to use Imitrex if you suffer from or have a history of high blood pressure, angina (recurring chest pain), heart attack, high cholesterol, obesity, stroke, transient ischemic attack (mini-stroke), ischemic bowel disease, coronary artery disease, seizures, or blood vessel, kidney, or liver disease, heart disease, diabetes.

Avoid alcohol.

It can be dangerous to stop Imitrex taking suddenly.

Q: What does Imitrex mean?

A: Imitrex is a perfect remedy in struggle against the symptoms of migraine headaches.

Q: What are generic and brand names of Imitrex?

A: Generic name of Imitrex is Sumatriptan. Brand names of Imitrex are Imitrex, Imitrex nasal.

Q: What is recommended to be avoided?

A: Do not take Imitrex if you are allergic to Imitrex components or to aspirin. Do not take Imitrex if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant. Avoid breast-feeding. Avoid alcohol.

Q: In what way does Imitrex operate?

A: Imitrex acts by narrowing blood vessels in the head and stopping pain signals from being sent to the brain. It is selective serotonin receptor agonists.

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