Sumatriptan is in a class of medications called selective serotonin receptor agonists.
It works by narrowing blood vessels in the head, stopping pain signals from being sent to the brain, and blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other symptoms of migraine.

It is used to treat migraine headaches.
Migraine symptoms may be caused by the temporary widening of blood vessels in the head. It is believed to reduce the widening of these blood vessels.
This in turn helps to take away the headache and relieve other symptoms of a migraine attack, such as feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) and sensitivity to light and sound.

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
It’s best to take it as soon as you feel a migraine coming on, although you can take it at any time during an attack
Don’t use it to try to prevent an attack, only use it after your migraine symptoms start.
The usual dose for adults aged 18 to 65 is one 50 mg tablet, swallowed whole with water. Some patients may need a 100 mg dose
You can take a second tablet if at least 2 hours have passed since the first tablet. Don’t take more than 300 mg in total in 24 hours.
If the first tablet has no effect: Don’t take a second tablet or any other preparation for the same attack.
It is not recommended for children under 18 years old.
It is not recommended for people aged over 65.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting), although this may be due to the migraine itself
Tiredness or drowsiness
Dizziness, feeling weak or getting hot flushes
Temporary increase in blood pressure
Shortness of breath
Aching muscles.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Many people with migraine report sensitivity to light and sound, which can make headaches worse. So, Rest in a Quiet, Dark Room
Apply a Warm or Cold Compress to Your Head or Neck
About one in three people with migraine say dehydration is a trigger for their headaches, according to the American Migraine Foundation. Staying hydrated between attacks, therefore, may help to prevent some.
Massage can help your muscles relax, and it’s been studied for pain management for several conditions, including headache
Exercising during a migraine attack can make the pain worse, but exercising between attacks may help to reduce the number of attacks you have.
Ginger has been well-documented as anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial. In addition, a 2014 study published in the Phytotherapy ResearchTrusted Source showed that ginger powder’s benefits were comparable to sumatriptan, a common prescription migraine drug, but with fewer side effects. Ginger is available at Flexizac Capsules

Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine including:

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements

Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

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