How do I inject Imitrex myself?
The pre-filled pen will inject a dose of Sumatriptan Injection just below the skin quickly and without pain. The injection must NOT be given in any other way than the way shown. DO NOT inject Sumatriptan Injection into a vein. DO NOT use Sumatriptan Injection to try and prevent an attack.
Where do you inject sumatriptan injection?
You can inject your sumatriptan in the outer side of your thigh or upper arm. Do not inject sumatriptan through clothing. Never inject sumatriptan into a vein or muscle. You may use your first dose of sumatriptan injection in a doctor’s office or other medical facility where you can be monitored for serious reactions.
What angle do you inject sumatriptan?
Sumatriptan SUN should be injected subcutaneously using a pre-filled pen. After removal of the needle shield, the open end of the pre-filled pen is to be placed on the injection site, straight up at a right angle (90°).
How fast does Imitrex injection work?
Imitrex tablets typically start to work within 30 minutes, while the nasal spray can start to work in about 15 minutes. Both forms can take up to 2 hours to have their full effect. The Imitrex injection can start working within 5 to 10 minutes. It usually reaches its full effect within 1 hour.
Does Imitrex injection hurt?
The most common side effects of IMITREX Injection include: pain or redness at your injection site. tingling or numbness in your fingers or toes.
Where is Botox injected migraine?
Botox is injected into 7 specific muscle areas around your head and neck to help prevent migraine headaches or migraine attacks before they start. Areas include the forehead, bridge of the nose, the temples, the neck, the back of the head, and just above the shoulder blades in your upper back.
Can you give Imitrex IV?
IMITREX INJECTION Contraindications: Do not give intravenously. History, symptoms, or signs of ischemic cardiac (eg, MI, angina pectoris, silent myocardial ischemia), cerebrovascular (eg, stroke, TIA), or peripheral vascular (eg, ischemic bowel disease) syndromes.
How many sumatriptan injections can I take?
Do not have more than 2 injections, or 2 doses of nasal spray, or more than 300mg of tablets in 24 hours. Do not take more than the prescribed amount in any 24-hour period. The maximum amount is 300mg of tablets, 12mg as injections or 40mg as a nasal spray. Taking too much sumatriptan may make you very ill.
When should I take sumatriptan injection?
Timing: It is best to use sumatriptan injection as soon as you notice headache symptoms, but you can also use it after a migraine has already begun. Sumatriptan injection usually starts to work within 10–15 minutes after the injection is given.
What happens if you give Imitrex IM?
IMITREX injection may cause non-coronary vasospastic reactions, such as peripheral vascular ischemia, gastrointestinal vascular ischemia and infarction (presenting with abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea), splenic infarction, and Raynaud’s syndrome.
How does sumatriptan injection make you feel?
Some of the side effects are similar to the symptoms of migraine or cluster headaches. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or last more than a few days: feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) feeling dizzy, unsteady on your feet or tired.