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I just started taking imitrex, (sumatriptan) what should i looke out for in terms of side effects?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Imitrex (sumatriptan) SE: chest and other pressure sensations, vertigo, parasthesia, stomach pain, headache and confusion. Is a great abortive drug to treat episodic migraine headache.

Answered 8/21/2014

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