-Treatment should be started at the first sign of a migraine headache, or associated symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or photophobia; this drug should not be used for migraine prophylaxis. -Higher doses may have a greater effect, but also carry a greater risk of adverse reactions. -The ...
The maximum single recommended adult dose of IMITREX injection for the acute treatment of migraine or cluster headache is 6 mg injected subcutaneously. For the treatment of migraine, if side effects are dose limiting, the lower dose of 4 mg may be used [seeClinical Studies]. For the treatment...
IMITREX is not indicated for the prevention of migraine attacks. • Safety and effectiveness of IMITREX nasal spray have not been established for cluster headache. 2. Imitrex Nasal Spray Dosage and Administration The recommended adult dose of IMITREX nasal spray for the acute treatment of migrai...
Consumer drug information about the prescription drug sumatriptan ( Imitrex, Alsuma, Imitrex STATdose System, Sumavel DosePro) used to treat migraine and cluster headaches. Side effects, drug interactions, and pregnancy efficacy information is provided.