Sumatriptan

Sumatriptan is a synthetic medication belonging to the the triptan class of drugs. It is used for treating cluster headaches and migraine. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the brain which relieves headaches.

Do not have this medicine if you are allergic to it, if you have a history of heart problems, a blood vessel disease, high blood pressure or liver problems. Ask your doctor this medicine is safe for you if you have a history of kidney problems, seizures, breathing problems high cholesterol, diabetes or obesity. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and if you are taking other medications.

Its possible side effects are anxiety, flushing, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, pain, neck stiffness, redness, swelling, bruising or bleeding at the injection site, stomach upset, tiredness, vomiting, throat or sinus discomfort and weakness.

Sumatriptan is available in the form of a tablet and is most effective when taken early after the start of a headache. Although, injected Sumatriptan is more effective than other formulations.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

• Neck Pain

• Dizziness

• Sensation Of Heaviness

• Sleepiness

• Weakness

• Nausea

• Dry Mouth

• Jaw Pain

• Paresthesia (Tingling Or Pricking Sensation)

• Throat Pain

• Warm Sensation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Imijet 500mg injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Imijet 500mg injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Sumatriptan as ingredient

• Sumitrex 6Mg Injection

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Snapit 85Mg/500Mg Tablet

  Abbott India Ltd

• Suminat 100Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Headset Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Sumitrex 100Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Imijet 500Mg Injection

  Hetero Drugs Ltd

• Sunapro 85mg/500mg Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Suminat 25Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Hedfree 85Mg/500Mg Tablet

  Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

• Suminat 50Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

This medication belongs to the class of serotonin agonist. It works by acting on the serotonin receptors which are present in the blood vessels, causing constriction of blood vessels. It acts as an inhibitor of the actions of the trigeminal nerve, thereby reducing the symptoms of migraine.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Zathrin Redimix Suspension

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  Pratham 200Mg/5Ml Rediuse Suspension

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  Azibig 200Mg Suspension

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• Sumatriptan-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/sumatriptan

• Sumatriptan-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00669

• SUMATRIPTAN tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

  https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=SUMATRIPTAN