Imitrex
is medication designed to target migraine headaches.
Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline, IMITREX is the most
prescribed acute migraine prescription medication
in the United States. If you have migraines or
think you may have migraines buy have not been
diagnosed, we are here to help you find the relief
you need to take back control of your life.
Imitrex 25mg
(9 tablets)
$241.00
Imitrex 25mg (27 tablets)
$724.00
Imitrex 50mg (9 tablets)
$219.00
Imitrex 50mg (27 tablets)
$819.00
Imitrex 100mg
(27 pills)
$438.00
Imitrex 100mg (9 pills)
$154.00
IMITREX DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist
or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed
to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or
effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before
using this drug.
SUMATRIPTAN - ORAL TABLET (sue-muh-TRIP-tan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Imitrex
USES: This medication is
used to treat migraine headache attacks once they occur. It
is not effective in preventing migraines. This medication
is not to be used for other types of headaches.
HOW TO USE: 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.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication
may initially cause flushing, dizziness, weakness, nausea,
drowsiness, stiffness, or feelings of tingling, heat, fatigue.
If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform
your doctor. 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,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor
if you have: heart disease, coronary artery disease, high
blood pressure, stroke, kidney disease, liver disease, allergies
(especially drug allergies). There have been rare reports
of those with sulfa drug allergies having allergic reactions
to sumatriptan. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Since this
medication may cause drowsiness, use caution operating machinery
or engaging in activities requiring alertness and avoid alcohol
because it may increase drowsiness/dizziness effects. The
manufacturer does not recommend use of sumatriptan in the
elderly, because they may be more sensitive to its side effects.
Sumatriptan should be used during pregnancy only when clearly
needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This
medication is excreted into breast milk. The effects on nursing
infants are unknown at this time. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
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 (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid,
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 the use of all antidepressants or any medications
used for weight control. If you are unsure about the types
of medications you take, ask your care provider or pharmacist.
It is recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol while taking
this medication. Do not start or stop any medicine without
doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If 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: This medication is
used to relieve a migraine attack in progress. It is not effective
in preventing migraine attacks.
MISSED DOSE: Take this medication only when a migraine
attack occurs as directed. This is not taken routinely. Never
"double-up" the dose.
STORAGE: Store this medication
at 15 to 30 degrees C (59 to 86 degrees F) away from heat
and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all
medications out of the reach of children.
