Advertisement - Continue Reading Below. More From Aches and Pains. Aches and Pains Medicines Can I take other medicines with nitrofurantoin? Can I take other medicines with paroxetine? If you have taken sumatriptan, some of the side effects may have an impact on you when you're playing sport. These include dizziness, tiredness, feeling sick or weak and shortness of breath. If you feel this way, do not drive a car, ride a bike or operate machinery until you feel OK again.
This includes working out what things trigger an attack so you can avoid them. Keeping a migraine diary can help. If you smoke, it's a good idea to quit. People who smoke seem to have a higher risk of getting cluster headaches. Eating a healthy, balanced diet and avoiding trigger foods or drinks can also help. Page last reviewed: 18 October Next review due: 18 October Sumatriptan On this page About Key facts Who can and cannot take sumatriptan How and when to take it Side effects How to cope with side effects Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions.
About Sumatriptan is a medicine to treat migraines and cluster headaches. It belongs to a group of medicines called triptans, or serotonin 5-HT1 agonists. Take sumatriptan as soon as a migraine or cluster headache starts. The tablets usually work within 30 to 60 minutes. The spray and injection work quicker.
Common side effects include feeling or being sick , feeling sleepy or dizzy. Do not take migraine medicines such as ergotamine or other triptans when taking sumatriptan. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you: have had an allergic reaction to sumatriptan or any other medicine in the past have a heart problem such as coronary heart disease , chest pain angina , heart rhythm problems arrhythmia or you've had a heart attack have circulation problems in your legs peripheral vascular disease have had a stroke or "mini stroke" transient ischaemic attack have liver disease or other liver problems have seizures or fits are trying to get pregnant, are already pregnant or breastfeeding are a heavy smoker or use nicotine replacement therapy particularly if you've been through menopause, or if you're a man over the age of 40 have high blood pressure You may be able to use sumatriptan if you've had high blood pressure in the past and it is now well controlled with treatment.
Important If you have a latex allergy, check with your doctor or a pharmacist before having sumatriptan injections.
Always follow your doctor's instructions when taking this medicine. Take your first dose as soon as the pain starts. Tablets for migraine only Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water. Do not chew or crush it. The usual dose is 50mg. But some people may be prescribed mg. Injections migraine or cluster headache Read the instructions that come with your medicine to find out how to use the pre-filled syringe auto-injector and how to get rid of it safely afterwards.
The medicine generally works in 10 to 15 minutes. If your headache improves but then comes back, you can inject another dose after 1 hour. Nasal spray migraine or cluster headache Read the instructions that come with your medicine to find out how to use the single-use nasal spray. Blow your nose if it feels blocked or if you have a cold.
Place your finger over 1 nostril. Spray the medicine into the other nostril and breathe in gently at the same time. The nasal spray usually works within 15 minutes. If your headache improves but then comes back, you can have another dose after 2 hours.
Important Do not have more than 2 injections, or 2 doses of nasal spray, or more than mg of tablets in 24 hours. What if I take too much? Urgent advice: Contact for advice now if:. Take the sumatriptan packet or leaflet inside it plus any remaining medicine with you. Common side effects These common side effects happen in more than 1 in people. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or last more than a few days: feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting feeling dizzy, unsteady on your feet or tired feeling hot or cold, face flushes red With the nasal spray: irritation or burning in your nose or throat nosebleeds bad taste in your mouth With the injections: bruising or swelling where you gave yourself the injection bleeding where you gave yourself the injection Serious side effects It happens rarely, but some people have serious side effects when taking sumatriptan.
Do not take any more sumatriptan and tell a doctor straight away if you get continued or increasing: tightness or tingling in your face, arms, legs or chest unusual feelings of heaviness in your face, arms, legs or chest feelings of warmth or cold in your face, arms, legs or chest These feelings usually don't last for long.
Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to sumatriptan. These are not all the side effects of sumatriptan. For a full list, see the leaflet inside your medicines packet. Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. What to do about: feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting — these side effects may be due to the migraine itself. The unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine, but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.
If you experience any other symptoms that you think may be due to the medicine, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for advice. Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital.
Take the container with you, even if it is empty. This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. If you buy any medicines, check with a pharmacist that they are suitable to take with your other medicines. If you are having an operation or any dental treatment, tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking. Do not keep out-of-date or unwanted medicines.
Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you. Dated October Dated November Dated January Hello,My name is Dannie. It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription over-the-counter medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements.
You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies. Sumatriptan pronounced as soo ma trip' tan. Why is this medication prescribed? How should this medicine be used? Other uses for this medicine What special precautions should I follow? What special dietary instructions should I follow? What side effects can this medication cause? What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication?
Brand names Brand names of combination products. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient. Other uses for this medicine. What special precautions should I follow? Before taking sumatriptan, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to sumatriptan, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in sumatriptan tablets.
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