Imigran Zapfchen

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Imigran Zapfchen uses


Pharmacological action

Imigran Zapfchen is a drug in tablet pharmaceutical form that has Imigran Zapfchen 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

Imigran Zapfchen is a drug used to alleviate the headache brought about by migraine attacks.

Why is Imigran Zapfchen prescribed?

This medication is primarily used in treating a migraine attack. Imigran Zapfchen 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

Imigran Zapfchen 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 Imigran Zapfchen 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.

Imigran Zapfchen doses are used only during migraine attacks. A missed dose of this medication is therefore not an issue.

Imigran Zapfchen side effects

Imigran Zapfchen 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 Imigran Zapfchen but inform your doctor immediately.

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

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    Contraindications

    Imigran Zapfchen tablets should not be administered to patients with hemiplegic or basilar migraine.

    Imigran Zapfchen 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 Imigran Zapfchen or any of their components.

    Imigran Zapfchen tablets are contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

    Special instructions

    Imigran Zapfchen 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 Imigran Zapfchen or any of the other inactive elements mentioned in the drug information
  • severe hepatic impairmentCaution should also be employed when taking Imigran Zapfchen during pregnancy or when breastfeeding a baby.

    Imigran Zapfchen drug interactions

    Imigran Zapfchen 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 Imigran Zapfchen including over the counter prescriptions such as vitamins, minerals and even herbal products.

    Imigran Zapfchen in case of emergency / overdose

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

    Overdose symptoms of Imigran Zapfchen 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 Imigran Zapfchen?

    Depending on the reaction of the Imigran Zapfchen after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Imigran Zapfchen 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 Imigran Zapfchen 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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    The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology

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