Question 1

how long does imitrex (sumatriptan) last?

Accepted Answer

Long enough: The effect of immitrex should be several houirs, long enough to resolve a headache.  It can be given as a second dose in 2-4 hours.  It should be given with a non steroidal antiinflammmatory such as Ibuprofen or naprosyn, (naproxen) to supplement its effect and speed relief.

Question 2

hey, where can i order sumatriptan online?

Accepted Answer

You need prescriptio: You need prescription to get sumatropin on line and in local pharmacy.

Question 3

please describe the medication: sumatriptan?

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For migraine: Sumatriptan is a synthetic drug belonging to the triptan class, used for the treatment of migraine headaches. Structurally, it is an analog of the naturally occurring neuro-active alkaloids dimethyltryptamine (dmt), bufotenine, and 5-methoxy-dimethyltryptamine, with an n-methyl sulfonamidomethyl- group at position c-5 on the indole ring.

Question 4

can one build a tolerance to imitrex (sumatriptan)?

Accepted Answer

In a way: There does seem to be a waxing and waning effect of many headache medications, and a drug that works well for years can become less effective with time.  In addition, using Imitrex (sumatriptan) more than 2-3 times per week can lead to the development of a medication overuse headache, which is very difficult to effectively treat.  You may wish to consider adding a prophylactic medication.

Question 5

are there any safety worries with taking sumatriptan?

Accepted Answer

Don't overdo: Take only as directed. Do not increase the dose.  Do not take with ergot alkaloids or maois, avoid taking with antidepressants, cough syrups, or antihistamines. Not recommended in pregnancy.

Question 6

please describe the medication: imitrex (sumatriptan)?

Accepted Answer

4 migraine: 4 migraine rx. 50 mg doses, tabletn nasel spray, injection (single ues auto injectors), there may b a xdermal patch also.

Rx med. Oral is least effective due @ GI breakdown

many side effects tho minor, some r fatal & involve the heart coronary vasospasm, tho main effect is intracranial & basilar arteries.
 Main receptors r located in these, and the rx causes constriction of these arteries=releaf.

Question 7

can you take imitrex (sumatriptan) everyday if it is needed?

Accepted Answer

Should not: The main problem with taking anything everyday as a treatment for a migraine is that it can cause rebound headaches. This is even true of triptans, but to a lesser degree.  If you are having migraines everyday you need to be on a prophylactic medicine. A medicine to prevent migraines. You may have to go through a period of increased headaches as you stop that daily treatment. I get them too!

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: imitrex (sumatriptan)?

Accepted Answer

Sumatriptan: It is a headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain. Imitrex (sumatriptan) also reduces substances in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms.

Question 9

can i take a sumatriptan 50mg after i have taken 2 pink migraleve?

Accepted Answer

Likely OK: Migraleve pink contains paracetamol, codeine, and buclizine. These are all classes of medications distinct from the triptans (like sumatriptan), so it is likely ok to take them in conjunction.

Question 10

can you split a 100mg sumatriptan pill in half and safely take 50mg?

Accepted Answer

Migraine yes: You can use the Imitrex (sumatriptan) tablet and break half as needed due to intolerance and or side effects.  There should not be any difference in effectiveness of the medication per se but it should be realized that your requirement may be more but you can determine that with effectiveness.  May repeat dosage after two hours and not to be taken more than two time a day.

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