Imigran Tablets 50 mg (Sumatriptan Succinate)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 50 mg of sumatriptan orally as a single dose. However, some patients may require an oral dose of 100 mg. If symptoms recur after the initial dose, it may be re-administered; however, the interval must be at least 2 hours, and the total dose should not exceed 300 mg within 24 hours. Patients who do not respond to the prescribed dose should not be re-dosed for the same attack.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients and adolescents under 18 years have not yet been established.

This medication is used for the treatment of migraines. However, it should not be used in patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug or in those with serious heart disease, hypertension, or significantly impaired liver or kidney function. Additionally, it should not be used in conjunction with certain medications, as serious side effects may occur; therefore, it should not be taken with other triptans, MAO inhibitors, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is also contraindicated for pregnant or nursing women and those under 18 years old. Before use, careful assessment of cardiovascular risk factors, history of seizures, and age should be conducted. After administration, if you experience chest pain or any unusual symptoms, consult your healthcare provider immediately. Also, this medication may cause drowsiness, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Long-term use or overdose of this medication can result in severe side effects; therefore, it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage. Side effects may include chest tightness, dizziness, nausea, muscle pain, skin rash, and difficulty breathing, among others, and if severe reactions occur, seek medical attention immediately. When storing, keep out of reach of children and store in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius. Avoid transferring to other containers, as this may affect the quality of the medication.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, wheezing or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities coupled with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

Pain, tenderness, warmth, cold sensation, pressure sensation, feeling of squeezing or tightness in any part of the body, flushing, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, cramps, abnormal sensations, decreased sensation, phonophobia, photophobia, confusion, depression, decreased concentration, olfactory disorders, speech disorders, euphoric states, facial pain, heat sensitivity, ataxia, tearing, unilateral paralysis, sleep disturbances, syncope, tremors, aggression, apathy, cluster headaches

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Additionally, it is important to keep the medication at a cool temperature below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pink, biconvex, rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

6 tablets/PTP