Manufacturer: Hetero Drugs Ltd
Salt Composition : Sumatriptan(500mg)
Imijet 500mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It should not be self-administered. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include dizziness, weakness, drowsiness, peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hands), and flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk). However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you.
It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Imijet 500mg Injection is contraindicated in some heart diseases. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor and stop this medicine if you develop severe chest or stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or significantly high blood pressure, after taking this medicine.
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation (swelling) of blood vessels in the head. Imijet 500mg Injection works by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels in the head, stops transmission of pain signals to the brain, and blocks the release of chemicals that cause nausea and other migraine symptoms. This relieves the migraine attack.
Sumatriptan has a volume of distribution of 50±8L for a 6mg subcutaneous dose 7, or 2.7L/kg. Sumatriptan is 14%-21% bound to protein in circulation. Sumatriptan is predominantly metabolized by monoamine oxidase A 7,10,8,10,5,9. The main metabolites are the inactive indole acetic acid and indole acetic acid glucuronide.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Imijet
Dizziness
Weakness
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Drowsiness
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
Sumatriptan also is contraindicated in patients who use ergotamine and another 5-HT1 agonist concurrently. Patients with peripheral vascular disease (also, ischemic bowel disease), cerebrovascular syndromes, or uncontrolled hypertension have a contraindication to sumatriptan.
Imijet 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Imijet 500mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Imijet 500mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Sumatriptan is used to treat the symptoms of migraine headaches (severe, throbbing headaches that sometimes are accompanied by nausea or sensitivity to sound and light). Sumatriptan is in a class of medications called selective serotonin receptor agonists.
It can interact with other medications that raise serotonin levels. This includes many antidepressants, tramadol (Ultram, ConZip), and linezolid (Zyvox). Sumatriptan can tighten your blood vessels and raise your blood pressure. It shouldn't be used with other triptans or a class of medications called ergot derivatives.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Imijet 500mg Injection for treatment of migraine headaches.
Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
Have your meals at the same time everyday
Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
Avoid loud music and noisy places
Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
Get enough sleep and avoid stress
It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Notify your doctor if your migraine occurs more often after starting the medication.
Notify your doctor if you have stomach pain, headache, bloody diarrhoea or worsening high blood pressure.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
This medication does not prevent migraine attacks from happening.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. I have been prescribed Imijet 500mg Injection. Can I take other migraine medicines, similar to Imijet 500mg Injection, with it?
Imijet 500mg Injection belongs to a family of tryptamine-based drugs called Triptans. You should not take another triptan along with Imijet 500mg Injection. Taking two triptans together may trigger a heart attack and may also result in an increase in blood pressure.
Q. Does migraine run in families?
Migraines may run in families. Migraines occur more often in women than men. It has been noticed that some women, but not all, have fewer migraines when they are pregnant.
Q. How do I know migraine attack is about to start?
Some people develop aura before getting a migraine attack. It may include visual problems, such as seeing flashing lights, zig-zag patterns or blind spots, numbness, dizziness, or a tingling sensation like pins and needles, or feeling off balance. You may also have difficulty speaking and loss of consciousness, although this is unusual.
Q. Can I take Imijet 500mg Injection with propranolol?
Yes, you can take propranolol and Imijet 500mg Injection together. However, since Propranolol may cause an increase in levels of Imijet 500mg Injection, so you should take 5 mg dose of Imijet 500mg Injection and not 10 mg.
