IMITREX Reviews (SUMATRIPTAN SUCCINATE)Average Rating: 3.6 (599 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare IMITREX with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR IMITREX | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | Migraines | Side effects are......tingling in legs, heart palpitations, get sleepy, urinate more frequently, and stinging in jaws when I eat about 30 minutes after taking the pill. | I have taken Imitrex for 14 years. It has been a lifesaver for me. My migraines began at age 23. At age 37, I started taking Imitrex. 14 years later at age 52, I sit here with constant, unrelenting muscle/nerve spasms in both legs. Not sure if Imitrex caused it. No other medical problems to blame it on. I guess if I had it to do over again, I would take the Imitrex because the suffering was intolerable in my early years. | 52 | 14 years | 9/28/2005 | 5 | migraines | It has worked well for years - like a miracle. Now when I take it, I have concerns about my heart because of palpitations, etc. These sensations don't last long so I will still take Imitrex for migraines. Will also alert my doctor to the side effects I am experiencing. Fortunately I'm having much fewer headaches than ever before (an actual benefit of getting older?) | CAFERGOT: very bad reaction when taken with Imitrex - thought my head was going to explode (and I'm used to severe migraines!). BIAXIN, an antibiotic: I had an allergic reaction (shallow breathing, rapid heartbeat) when taken with Imitrex. I always check for drug interactions now before I take anything, especially anything new. | 57 | 14 years | 10/14/2004 | 5 | Chronic migraine | Only in the past year BP goes way up chest pain sweating very scary . Usually happens in the afternoon in time for klonopin and baby aspirin makes it better I also have to break the pills I into quarters now. I used to take 100 tab no problem | Have taken it since it was invented. Only thing that helps but having problems so I'm ready for drugs in 2017 that have less side effects. | 47 | 10 years 100 | 10/24/2016 | 4 | migraines and sinus headaches | Nothing too bad, I would feel sick to my stomache and my whole body would feel achy usually, but if I ate something right after I took it, it made the side effects a lot more tolerable. Once the side effects of nausea and soreness wore off, i'd feel drained and kind of out of it, and my mouth would be very dry. | Despite its side effects, not only does it get rid of migraines for me but surprisingly pretty much takes care of ANY kind of headache, ranging from sinus, tension, even mild headaches, etc. Well worth the 20-25 minutes of side effects, especially since without the Imitrex, the migraine may take days to finally go away. | 22 | 8 years | 2/12/2008 | 5 | Chronic (more than 10/mo) Migraines | *SLIGHT* side effects - warm/hot ears, slight chest tightening. | Amazing medication for migraines. Was told by medical professionals that if you experience severe side-effects from this medication, that you don't truly have migraines. This medication will *only* help migraine headaches. It will not help with aches, pains, withdrawl symptoms from other medications that cause headaches, etc. So, if you don't have migraines, look elsewhere for a medication to make you feel better. | F | 26 | 1 years | 2/3/2008 | 5 | migraine headaches | Mild tingling in mouth and throat for about 2-3 hours after dose. | Side effects are worth it. This really knocks out my migraines. | F | 57 | 1 years | 1/13/2008 | 5 | migraine | only the very first dose (100mg)felt some tightness in chest. every other time i have taken it, i felt no side effects, just 100% relief! | it has worked 100% for me! i take it at onset of headache and within 30 minutes to an hour its completely gone! i don't get drowsy, or any side effects. i call them my "magic pills" | F | 28 | 2 months | 2/2/2008 | 5 | migraines | pills make me a bit lethargic for a few hours, the injection knocks me out for a few hours. always hyper about 4 hours after taking it. | I was first given this at work (worked in a doctor's office), where I was given the injection. The pills don't always work for me (100 mg), but the injection never fails. I have never had any problems with the meds. If you can't take this med, there are others out there on the market. Each patient is unique, as are the types of migraines that you may be getting. | F | 24 | 2 years | 2/15/2008 | 5 | migraine | muscle aches, tender skin | I don't know how I lived without this! I can take it any time during a migraine & within 45 minutes it's gone! I do have muscle aches and my whole body is tender to touch, but that only lasts a couple of hours, vs. a migraine that could last up to 2 weeks with severe pain, nausea,light & sound sensitivity, etc. I'm also very tired afterward, but that happens after a migraine goes away anyway, whether I take the Imitrex or not. I take 100 mg tablets, very seldom do I have to take a second one | F | 45 | 4 years | 2/22/2008 | 5 | Migraine | Some nausea. Other feelings (disorientation, feeling detached from body, sleepiness) generally caused by migraine anyway, so impossible to tell if due to drug or due to migraine symptoms. | I took it at onset of migraine (flashing lights/distorted vision) and was better in 20 minutes. I have never had a migraine go away so quickly before. Nausea did not start until about 3 hours after taking the dose so unsure if related to drug. I believe many of the "side effects" listed here by people are actually migraine side effects, and not caused by the Imitrex. There really is no way to differentiate the two. The real issue is whether the drug stopped the migraine, and for me it did. | F | 35 | 1 times | 2/16/2008 | 5 | migraine | When I get a migraine, my side effects are already so severe (nausea, irritability, aching) that I don't notice an increase in any other side effects after popping an imitrex. Perhaps a little fatigue after taking the pills, but nothing in comparison to the migraine itself. | I have suffered from regular migraines since I hit puberty - so approximately 10-12 years by now. They always affect the left side of my head, and produce a dull, constant, throbbing pain that doesn't go away for days. I would go to sleep and be woken up by the pain in the middle of the night. People thought I was crazy, saying "just take some advil" - not understanding what type of pain I was in. NOTHING worked, not over the counter, not sleep, not cold, not heat, no other presciption, not caffeine, NOTHING. On average, the migraines last 3-4 days with zero relief (made grad school a nightmare!!!) Cost prevented me from ever having imitrex before. Once I started working full time with decent insurance, I immediately got a script for this drug. I took my first imitrex shortly after, and miraculously within 20 minutes my headache was GONE. Now, for someone who has suffered debilitating, mind-splitting migrains for YEARS with no relief, this was the most incredible thing tha | F | 25 | 2 months | 2/18/2008 | 5 | Migraines | tingling & warn sensation in my face, | My family and I suffer bad with migraines.I read in a Womans Magazine ways to help a migraine. It said to add 500 mg of the Vitamin Supplement Magnesium to your daily vitamin list. That seemed to be a much safer route not only have my migraines cut down by 90% I rarely have to take the Imitrex and have that uncomfortable feeling. My family, Mom, Aunt & Cousin have done the Magnesium route and it has helped all of them as well. I must say when I get a migraine Imitrex does work. If you have any questions about the Magnesium please feel free to contact me. | F | 33 | 5 years | 2/22/2008 | 5 | severe migraines | I take both the Imitrex 6 mg injections and the 100 mg tablets. Any negative side effects I've experienced were in the beginning of taking these meds. I've taken them long enough to where I only have a slight "hangover" feeling after the shots. No side effects from the tablets. Initially, the shots gave me the warm feeling and tingling/tightness in my chest and head which made me scared. I hardly ever get these symptoms anymore. If so, they are mild. I take the tablets for the less severe migraines and take it when I feel a migraine coming on, especially if it is a migraine-prone time for me (PMS, extreme stress, etc.) I take the shots for severe migraines which I wake up with or ones that escalate in severity very quickly. | Imitrex has virtually SAVED MY LIFE. I used to be in bed throwing up for days at a time. Not only was it extremely painful and unpleasant, but I missed a lot of work and had to get help with child care. It interrupted every phase of my life and got worse after giving birth, even with Imitrex. I've tried the other triptans and Imitrex still works best for me. Maxalt is the only other one that helps, but doesn't last long. I've tried just about every prevetive med out there and have only had moderate relief. I at least feel like I have more control over the migraines when I get them. Be sure to lay down and rest after taking a shot/tablet to give it time to work. If not, you're wasting your meds and they are EXPENSIVE. My main complaint! | F | 44 | 15 years | 2/20/2008 | 5 | migraines | I have taken Imitrex for years - since it first came out. It amazes me to read about its side effects for some people. I have NEVER had any side effects, just blessed relief 95% of the time. | Because I never have side effect and because Imitrex works so well for me, I think I might over-take it. I am beginning to wonder about rebound headaches, which I just learned come from over use of Imitrex, as well as from over-the-counter medicines. Don't overdo it! | F | 54 | 6 years | 2/26/2008 | 5 | Migraines - often | Have taken for 6-7yrs. Last few years drowsiness is more intense for hours during & after ingestion. But i'd rather be sleepy than in massive pain. Heart beats faster & when i shower, skin feels over sensative w/ pins & needles. In last year batches seem inconsistent... sometimes migrane goes away in 1hr, sometimes takes 3 hours, based on pkg. of imitrex. Not convinced there is no rebound either. | It's not perfect, but it's the best i've come across for my biocemisty, that 99% of the time relieves the migrane. I do worry about long term effects of taking 9-16 Imitrex per month. Can't be good.... but it allows me to function, so..... i recommend. | F | 29 | 7 years | 6/6/2007 | 5 | Migraines | Any side effects I feel are not as bad as an untreated migraine. Usually I feel "hungover"...my whole body is just tired and sluggish after Imitrex kicks a bad migraine. But the headache is gone and I can still at least function! | I have taken Imitrex for a few years and I have it down to an art! I am on 3 doses (50 mg, 100 mg, and injection) and depending on my migraine (speed of onset, severity of pain, etc.) I know what dose to take. I have heard many good things and many bad things about Imitrex. If you are reading this and considering this medication, it is worth a shot. You never know how it will react with YOUR body chemistry and while others don't like it, you might. It works for me and I am SO glad it is out there as an option to treat my migraines! The only complaint about it is the new triangle shape...I used to be able to break the 100mg in half I only needed a smaller dose...AND THE STUPID PACKAGING!!! WHO WANTS TO CARRY AROUND A WHOLE CARDBOARD THING OF PILLS...PUT THEM IN A FRICKIN' BOTTLE OR PERFORATE SO YOU CAN JUST CARRY 1 OR 2 AT A TIME!! THEY ARENT EVEN EASY TO CUT APART!!! | F | 26 | 5 years | 9/17/2007 | 5 | Migraines | Sensitive skin is about all I ever get from taking Imitrex. I take 25 mg Imitrex with one Fiorcet and it usually always takes away the horrible PAIN. I have been taking it for about 10 years . | It works great for me so far and made my life so much better. I do have to take the Imitrex with the Fiorcet to work quickly and have longer lasting relief. My Dr said that is fine. | F | 58 | 10 years | 7/31/2007 | 5 | migraines | woozy feeling but happy... i FEEL drugged up! sore muscles like i fell down a hill, but it's not painful.. just sore. sore throat and tingly feet | i absolutely adore imitrex. i am 20 and have gotten migraines since i was 7 years old. i could never find anything that worked until i got imitrex. usually after i take it, i still need to lay down for about 20minutes in a quiet room for it to work quickly and to its full potential. if im at work or school, in a noisy area it will usually still work, but it will take much longer. the side effects are not bad at all, i dont mind them! i usually feel really woozy like i am drugged up and it is sort of a good feeling! i take the 100mg beacuse that is what i need. it really relaxes you and makes you feel better, but you will probably still want a nap after you take it, as it makes you sleepy. | F | 20 | 1 years | 11/10/2007 | 5 | severe migraines | sore next day, tightness in throat, dry throat & mouth, heart racing | My Dr warned me that the imitrex can initially cause strong reactions such as heart racing and tightness in the throat-so I was prepared when I took it for the first time. The side effects were WELL WORTH IT! Previously, my bimonthly migraines kept me in excrutating incapacitating pain for 5-10 hrs and then left me with a 1-2day "hangover" that kept me in bed, now the pain is gone within 45 mins and I am tired and a little sore the next day, but can get up & going. IT HAS CHANGED MY LIFE | F | 32 | 1 years | 12/10/2007 | 5 | migraine | Warmth in chest and stomach, mild tingling in left arm. | I took the 25mg for several years without any side effects, but they no longer worked so I'm now using the 50mg. The side effects are very mild compared to the pain of a migraine. Things that others complain about like neck stiffness and spacey feeling are normal for me after a migraine anyway. I hate the packaging--very difficult to open when you're in such pain and can barely see straight. Why are these not in bottles?! | F | 50 | 5 years | 12/16/2007 |
IMITREX (SUMATRIPTAN SUCCINATE): Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Sumatriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Sumatriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks. FDA Approval Date: 1996-12-23 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)