Imitrex

Generic name- Sumatriptan succinate
Brand name- Imitrex

A part of the class of medications known as selective serotonin receptor agonists, Imitrex is an antimigraine drug. It comes handy for the treatment of symptoms of migraine headache, a ruthless and excruciating headache accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. Migraine headaches are supposed to be a result of the distention of the blood vessels in the head. Imitrex treats migraine headache by constricting the blood vessels in the head. It also restricts the delivery of pain signals to the brain. But do remember, it does not avert or alleviate the rate of migraine attacks. Furthermore, it can be applied only for the treatment of severe, classic migraine attacks and cluster headaches. Consider these vital facts before leaping to buy Imitrex.

How to be utilized?
Available in the form of tablets, injection and nasal spray, Imitrex or eminent also as Sumatriptan, must be used directly when the symptoms of migraine headache start to appear. Imitrex injection must be used just beneath the skin with the help of autoinjector. Do not inject Imitrex into a vein or muscle. As far as Imitrex tablets are related, the medication should be gulped whole. Do not take the preparation over 300 mg in a day. And Imitrex nasal spray should not be taken over 40 mg in one day. Usually, a single spray is recommended for one nostril. For detailed Imitrex information, especially with reference to dosage, read all the directions on your prescription's label carefully or talk to your physician.

Missed dose
The preparation is not intended for regular usage. It must be taken only at the prevalence of migraine attack.

Imitrex side effects
Below are some of the common side effects that must also be evaluated before making choice to buy Imitrex:

• Feeling of heaviness
• Feeling of tightness
• Flushing
• Nausea
• Neck pain and stiffness
• Sore throat
• Vomiting
• Unusual taste
• Muscle weakness
• Dizziness

Inform your doctor as soon as possible when any of these adverse effects develop or become intense.

Specific precautions to be taken

• The preparation should not be utilized for hemiplegic or basilar types of migraine.
• Do not use Imitrex if you are sensitive to it.
• Besides, it must be avoided if one suffers from uncontrolled high blood pressure, a severe liver disorder or from certain types of blood vessel or heart disorders such as angina.
• It should not be used for at least two weeks after the intake of an MAO inhibitor drug such as Nardil and Parnate

Probable drug interactions
Check with your doctor before combining Sumatriptan with below mentioned preparations:

• MAO inhibitors such as Nardil and Parnate
• Fluoxetine (Prozac)
• Ergot-containing drugs like Cafergot and Ergostat
• Fluvoxamine (Luvox)
• Paroxetine (Paxil)
• Sertraline (Zoloft)

Directions for storage
Store this preparation in the provided box at room temperature far from light and heat. If your preparation has expired, then dispose it as directed.