Imigran

Authored by

Dr Sadia Saeed

20 August 2024

What is Imigran?

Imigran contains the active ingredient sumatriptan, which is used for the treatment of acute migraine symptoms such as headache with or without aura. It belongs to a group of medications called triptans.

Imigran works only when a migraine attack has started. It will not stop you from getting an attack.

Description

What is Imigran?

Imigran is a prescription medication that is used for the treatment of acute migraine attacks. The active ingredient in these tablets is sumatriptan succinate. These tablets do not prevent migraine attacks, but they help to relieve the symptoms.

How does it work?

Sumatriptan is used for relieving symptoms of migraines. It is an active ingredient belonging to the drugs classed as 'triptans'. Sumatriptan specifically works by selectively activating certain serotonin receptors, known as 5-HT1B and 5-HT1D receptors, which are found on the blood vessels in the brain. It works by reducing the widened blood vessels

Is Imigran suitable for me?

It is useful for you to relieve a migraine or cluster headache. It is, however, not suitable if you have;

Cardiovascular disease
Uncontrolled hypertension
Peripheral vascular disease
Liver diseases
Allergies to triptans

How to take Imigran?

Always take Imigran exactly as prescribed by your doctor or as advised by the pharmacist.

Imigran is not recommended for children under 18 years or adults over 65 years of age.

Take 1 50mg Imigran tablet and swallow it whole with water.
If migraine persist, you can take a second Imigran tablet 2 hours after the first tablet. In 24 hours, do not take more than 300mg of Imigran.
Don't take a Imigran tablet to prevent migraine attack before it occurs.

If unsure of how to take Imigran or if you have further questions, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Dosage of Imigran

The commonly used dosage for Imigran.

The common dose for adults (18-65 years) is 50mg (1 tablet). However, the doctor can increase it to 100mg (2 tablets) daily if needed.
Take at most 300mg (6 tablets) in 24 hours in any case.

However, if the first tablet doesn't provide any relief, you shouldn't use the second one.

Warning and Precautions of Imigran

Imigran may not be safe if taken with other medication or recreational drugs. Please inform the prescriber if you are taking any of the listed medications.

DO NOT use Imigran:

If you are taking ergotamine or other triptans/5-HT1 receptor agonists to treat migraines
If you are taking MAOI, SSRIs and SNRIs for depression
If you are taking St John’s Wort

If unsure of how to take Imigran or if you have further questions, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Side Effects of Imigran

All medications can cause potential side effects, below we have listed some potential side effects, however, these do not always occur. Minor and major side effects of Imigran 50mg tablets are;

Unusual weakness and tiredness
Dry Mouth
Vomiting and nausea
Severe itching
Severe numbness
Irregular heartbeat
Breadth shortness
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Chest pain
The feeling of heat and warmth

Imigran Patient Leaflet

To view the Imigran Patient Leaflet, click here.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Welzo does not endorse or sell the medication discussed, nor do we recommend using this information as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your health or medical treatment. Welzo assumes no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided in this blog.