How Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan) Works:

Sumatriptan is an anti-migraine agent which constricts the dilated blood vessels of the brain, thus relieving a Migraine headache.

Before You Use Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Sumatriptan

• You do not take alcohol

• Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing disease, surgeries, Medications, Food Habits, or herbal Supplements, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan):

• You should avoid taking alcohol

• You should avoid Driving or Machine Operating Jobs

• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan):

You should avoid Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

• Have Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment

• Have Cardiovascular Disease

• Have Uncontrolled Hypertension

• Have Peripheral Vascular Diseases

• Are Pregnant/Conceiving

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to it

• Have any Heart Disease

• Face A Migraine Attacks more often

• Have Cardiovascular Diseases or Peripheral Vascular Diseases

• Have Hypertension

• Have any Brain Disorder

• Have any Kidney/Liver Disease

• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

• Are Breastfeeding

• Are taking Suminat Nasal Spray since long time

• Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

Dosage:

Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm contains Sumatriptan, which is used in the treatment of Migraine. It does not help in sudden attacks of migraine. Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm is available on prescription only and can be found in various strengths and other substitutes. It is also available in tablet and injection form. Consult your doctor for the duration of dosage as age and severity of the disease differ from patient to patient.

Adults are advised to take Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm at a fixed time. Lying down in a quiet and dark room after taking the tablet/ injection/ spray may help to relieve the migraine.

How Much Of The Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm. You need to follow the dose as prescribed by your doctor.

How To Take The Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan):

Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm dose should be administered carefully at fixed time. Your doctor will tell about the frequency and duration of the dose to be taken.

Insert the tip of spray into one nostril and close the other nostril. Spray away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose and toward the sides of your nostril. Spray breath gently keeping the head upright. Repeat in the same step for other nostril.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan)

You are always advised to take Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in the larger amount or for a longer time than recommended. To get relief from A severe Migraine attack as soon as possible, you have to take the injection.

Overdose:

Contact your doctor or reach nearby medical facility immediately if you are suspecting the overdose symptoms. Do not share your medicine with any of your family member even if they are having similar symptoms.

Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once as it may lead to adverse effects which may be life threatening.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Suminat Nasal Spray 20 Gm (Sumatriptan)

• Chest pain

• Drowsiness

• Dizziness

• Shortness of breath

• Feeling of warmth or heat

• Irregular heartbeat

• Itching

• Numbness

• Dry mouth

• Nausea and Vomiting

• Unusual tiredness and weakness

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Imigran Subject contents may interfere with other medicine you are taking which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always inform your doctor if you are on other Vitamins, OTC Drugs, or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Fluvoxamine

• Ondansetron

• Almotriptan

• Nefazodone

Warning And Precaution:

Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm should be used very cautiously in:

• Impaired Liver/Renal Function

• Coronary Artery Disease

• High Cholesterol

• Seizure Disorder

• Wolff Parkinson White Syndrome

• Hypersensitivity

• Pregnant/Breastfeeding Women

• Always consult your medical health provider/doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Regular exercise and drinking plenty of water may help you getting better.

• Lying down on the bed with lights and sounds off will help you to recover soon from a migraine attack

• Do not take Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm exceeding the dose limit as it may affect you badly.

• Keep out of sight and reach of the children.

• Do not use expired medicine.

• Ask your doctor if you have any doubt related to the dose, time, and strength of the medication.

Indications:

Do not self administer the content of Imigran subject cartridge for injection and use the nasal spray carefully.

Storage:

Store the Suminat Nasal Spray 20 gm at cool, clean and dark place. Make sure that the package is intact and not damaged.