{"product_id":"imitrex-df-sumatriptan","title":"IMITREX \/ IMITREX DF (Sumatriptan)","description":"\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMITREX DF (Sumatriptan)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAntimigraine; Serotonin 5-HT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1B\/1D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Receptor Agonist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIMITREX DF (Sumatriptan) is officially indicated to treat moderate to severe acute migraines and to treat acute cluster headaches depending on the dosage form.  It is also prescribed off-label for abortive therapy of migraine associated cyclic vomiting syndrome. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow does this medication work? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIMITREX DF (Sumatriptan) is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eselective agonist for serotonin 5-HT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and 5-HT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e receptors.  These are located on intracranial blood vessels and sensory nerves of the trigeminal system and activating these receptors causes vasoconstriction and reduces neurogenic inflammation associated with antidromic neuronal transmission.  These actions are thought to be the cause of migraine relief.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I take this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Take 25-100 mg per dose, can repeat dose in 2 hours or later if only partial relief or if symptoms return to a maximum of 200mg\/24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Take:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Follow instructions provided by physician\/pharmacy label, use at first sign of migraine symptoms.          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou Need to Avoid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Do not use triptans more than 10 times per month to avoid medication overuse headache. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat should I watch for while using this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBefore starting IMITREX DF (Sumatriptan), make sure your physician is aware of any allergies or medications you currently take (MAO inhibitors\/ergotamine derivatives), if you have any cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, liver disease, a history of hemiplegic migraine, ophthalmoplegic migraine, a seizure disorder, are pregnant, or breastfeeding.  This medication has risk of causing serotonin syndrome especially if combined with other serotonergic drugs.  Before triptans are used a full cardiac workup including ECG may be considered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you miss a dose of medication, try to take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take only that scheduled dose. Do not take double or extra doses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep out of the reach of children at all times. Store at room temperature, 59 to 86° F (15 to 30° C). Protect from light. Keep the container tightly closed. Properly dispose of any unused medication after the expiration date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are the possible side effects of using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePain, sensation of pressure in head, tingling sensation, chest pain. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNote this is not a complete list of side effects for IMITREX DF (Sumatriptan), only common ones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GLAXO-SMITH KLINE","offers":[{"title":"5mg - 2x Nasal Spray","offer_id":47135744295230,"sku":"","price":770.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20mg - 2x Nasal Spray","offer_id":47135744327998,"sku":"","price":770.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50mg - 6 DF Tab - Canada","offer_id":47135078482238,"sku":null,"price":322.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mg - 6 DF Tab - Canada","offer_id":47135078547774,"sku":null,"price":322.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6mg\/0.5ml - 2x0.5ml Injection Stat Kit","offer_id":47135744360766,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6mg\/0.5ml - 2x0.5ml Injection Stat Pen Refills","offer_id":47135744393534,"sku":"","price":336.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6mg\/0.5ml - 5x0.5ml Injection Vial","offer_id":47135744426302,"sku":"","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/0321\/7982\/products\/ImitrexDF50mg.jpg?v=1695131651","url":"https:\/\/www.advochealth.com\/products\/imitrex-df-sumatriptan","provider":"AdvocHealth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}