Apo-Sumatriptan

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Apo-Sumatriptan uses


Pharmacological action

Apo-Sumatriptan is a drug in tablet pharmaceutical form that has Apo-Sumatriptan as the active element. This drug under trade name Imitrex also contains inactive elements such as the following: croscarmellose sodium; dibasic calcium phosphate; magnesium stearate; microcrystalline cellulose; sodium bicarbonate; hypromellose; iron oxide; titanium dioxide; traction

Apo-Sumatriptan is a drug used to alleviate the headache brought about by migraine attacks.

Why is Apo-Sumatriptan prescribed?

This medication is primarily used in treating a migraine attack. Apo-Sumatriptan is not intended for use in preventing migraine attacks but rather it is intended to relieve the migraine. This drug may also be used for purposes other than those indicated in this guide.

Dosage and administration

Apo-Sumatriptan should be taken in exactly as described by your doctor. If there are matters that you do not understand, refer to your doctor, nurse or a pharmacist and ask him or her to explain those matters to you.

Make sure to follow all of your doctor's instructions when taking in this medication.

Dosage of Apo-Sumatriptan should be obtained from your doctor. Dosage may vary from person to person with regards to a variety of factors, which include severity of the condition, age and others.

Do not take in more or less of this drug so as not to alter its affects and to prevent overdose.

Apo-Sumatriptan doses are used only during migraine attacks. A missed dose of this medication is therefore not an issue.

Apo-Sumatriptan side effects

Apo-Sumatriptan may have any of the following serious side effects:

  • paresthesia
  • warm or cold sensations
  • pressure sensations
  • pain or tightness in the chest area
  • pain, tightness or pressure in the neck, throat or jaw area
  • malaise or fatigue
  • vertigoIf you experience any of these, continue using Apo-Sumatriptan but inform your doctor immediately.

    Other side effects may also occur when you take Apo-Sumatriptan Sanis Health. Inform your doctor if you experience anything unusual while or after taking this medicine.

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    Contraindications

    Apo-Sumatriptan tablets should not be administered to patients with hemiplegic or basilar migraine.

    Apo-Sumatriptan tablets and any ergotamine-containing or ergot-type medication should not be used within 24 hours of each other, nor should IMITREX and another 5-HT1 agonist.

    Also this drug in tablets is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Apo-Sumatriptan or any of their components.

    Apo-Sumatriptan tablets are contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

    Special instructions

    Apo-Sumatriptan should not be administered to patients who have had a previous symptoms, history or signs of the following:

  • alchemic cardiac syndrome, whose symptoms include
  • angina pectoris of any type
  • all forms of myocardial infarction
  • silent myocardial ischemia
  • cerebrovasular syndrome, whose symptoms include
  • strokes of any type as well as transient ischemic attacks
  • peripheral vascular syndrome, whose symptoms include
  • ischemic bowel diseaseSumatriptan should also not be administered to patients who have the following conditions:
  • uncontrolled hypertension
  • hemiplegic or basilar migraine
  • allergy or hypersensitivity to Apo-Sumatriptan or any of the other inactive elements mentioned in the drug information
  • severe hepatic impairmentCaution should also be employed when taking Apo-Sumatriptan during pregnancy or when breastfeeding a baby.

    Apo-Sumatriptan drug interactions

    Apo-Sumatriptan has been known to interact with Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors and alcohol. Other drugs may also interact with this medication. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications other than Apo-Sumatriptan including over the counter prescriptions such as vitamins, minerals and even herbal products.

    Apo-Sumatriptan in case of emergency / overdose

    If you think you might be experiencing overdose of Apo-Sumatriptan Sanis Health, seek immediate medical attention or call poison control. Inform your doctor afterwards.

    Overdose symptoms of Apo-Sumatriptan in ANIMALS include the following: convulsions; tremor; paralysis; inactivity; ptosis; erythema of the extremities; abnormal respiration; cyanosis; ataxia mydriasis; salivation; lacrimation

    Symptoms of overdose in humans may be a whole lot different from the overdose symptoms of animals.

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    References

    1. Dailymed."ONZETRA (SUMATRIPTAN SUCCINATE) KIT [AVANIR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
    2. Dailymed."SUMATRIPTAN: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
    3. "sumatriptan". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).

    Frequently asked Questions

    Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Apo-Sumatriptan?

    Depending on the reaction of the Apo-Sumatriptan after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Apo-Sumatriptan not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.

    Is Apo-Sumatriptan addictive or habit forming?

    Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.

    Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.

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    Review

    sdrugs.com conducted a study on Apo-Sumatriptan, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Apo-Sumatriptan consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.

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