IMITREX

Typical Brand Names: Imitrex Classification: Headache

Imitrex is used for relieving migraine headaches, including those that do and do not include aura (visual disturbances, most often sensations of halos or flickering lights, that precede a migraine). Imitrex injections can be given to provide relief from cluster headaches, which occur in waves then do not reappear for a long time. Cluster headaches most often affect men and occur on one side of the head.

(These are common indications for Imitrex. There may be additional conditions not listed here. Check with your doctor if you have questions about your specific condition).

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Imitrex Uses:
Imitrex is a prescription for acute migraine headaches, which may or may not include aura (wavy lines, dark spots, or flashing lights) for adults. This drug is not used to prevent cluster headaches or migraines.

Imitrex Directions:
Doctors vary Imitrex doses depending on several factors, such as age, weight, and the problem being treated. Doctors are able to answer any questions about dosages amount or frequency. Carefully read the patient information that came with your prescription and reread it each time you refill your prescription. Always take this prescription just as directed by your doctor. Imitrex treats acute migraine headaches, but it?s not used to prevent or reduce the number of headaches you get. This prescription should only be used to treat an actual migraine attack. Swallow a pill with a glass of water when migraine symptoms first appear. If you only get limited relief or if symptoms of the migraine return, you can take a second dose. You should wait at least two hours between doses. Do not take a second dose for the same attack if your symptoms do not improvement unless your doctor tells you to do so. Do not take a second dose unless your doctor approves it. Never take more than 200 mg in twenty four hours. Taking Imitrex to treat more than four headaches within a month has not been tested. See immediate medical attention if you have pain or tightness in the chest or throat while using this medicine, or if your pain or lasts a longer than usual or is especially severe. You should go to the emergency room if you suddenly have intense stomach pain while using this medicine, or if you develop heart throbbing, shortness of breath, wheezing, swelling of eyelids, face, or lips, skin rash or lumps, or hives. If you have abnormally high body temperature, redness of the face, tingling, tiredness, heaviness, pressure, drowsiness, dizziness, or sickness while taking this drug, speak with the doctor about it at your next visit. Do not take Imitrex unless you are using alternate birth control methods. Women who are currently pregnant or who would like to become pregnant should discuss whether or not to use Imitrex with their doctor. Throw away any expired prescriptions. If your doctor tells you to stop taking Imitrex, throw away any pills you have left. Those taking Imitrex may experience dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution when you are driving or performing other tasks which require coordination, alertness, or physical dexterity. Diabetes patients should know that this medication may alter blood sugar levels. Check with your doctor about adjusting diabetes medication dosages. Do not take Imitrex if you are also taking or have taken MAO inhibitor medications within the previous fourteen days. If you are not certain if your medications contain an MAO inhibitor, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Those with previous medical problems should talk with their doctor if they are interested in taking this medicine.

Imitrex Side Effects:
Side effects reported with Imitrex are rare and usually mild. Your doctor should know if you experience an allergic reaction (rash; difficulty breathing; hives; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain, pressure, heaviness, or tightness; serious heart problems;. Some side effects are more common, such as abnormal skin sensations or warm/cold sensations. Others are less common such as drowsiness/sleepiness; chest, jaw, or neck tightness, pressure, or pain; pain; feeling of a whirling motion; tiredness.

Imitrex Warnings:
You should not take Imitrex if you know that you are allergic to any of its ingredients, or if you have you have other types of migraine headaches (hemiplegic, basilar, or cluster headaches); heart, brain, or peripheral blood vessel disease, you have a history of heart disease, or heart attack; you have chest pain; you have had a stroke or transient ischemic attack; you have uncontrolled high blood pressure; you are currently taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor within the last 14 days; you have ischemic bowel disease; you have used other migraine medications (eg, ergot-containing medications or another 5-HT1 agonist) within the last 24 hours; or if you have severe liver disease.

Imitrex Drug Interactions:
Those who have used a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as phenelzine (Nardil), isocarboxazid (Marplan), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the previous fourteen days, should never take Imitrex, since vomiting, seizures, nausea, flushing, sweating, and dizziness may result.

Imitrex Missed Dose:
Imitrex is intended to be used for the treatment of migraines or cluster headaches as they occur. Since it doesn?t prevent headaches, it?s not a problem to miss a dose. Only take the doses you need and follow your doctor?s instructions.

Imitrex Storage:
Imitrex should not be exposed to sunlight or moisture. Make sure it?s not accessible to children.

Anything Else I Should Know About Imitrex:
Imitrex is a headache medicine. It is believed to work by causing vasoconstriction (narrowing) of blood vessels (arteries and veins) around the brain. Imitrex also reduces the release of substances in the body that contribute to headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms. Imitrex is used to treat vascular headaches such as migraine and cluster headaches. Imitrex will not prevent migraines or cluster headaches or reduce the number of attacks. It will only treat a migraine or cluster headache that is already occurring.