Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Sumatriptan(25mg)
Strip of 1 Tablet
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Suminat 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better 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 Suminat 25 Tablet 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. Suminat 25 Tablet 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 Suminat
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.
Suminat 25 Tablet 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.
Suminat 25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Suminat 25 Tablet 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.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Suminat 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Suminat 25 Tablet 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Suminat 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What are the symptoms of Suminat 25 Tablet overdose?
Taking an overdose of Suminat 25 Tablet may cause fainting, dizziness, slow heartbeat, change in electrical activity of the heart, vomiting and inability to retain urine or stools.
Q. How soon should I take Suminat 25 Tablet when attack starts?
Once your migraine headache has started, take Suminat 25 Tablet as soon as possible. Do not use it to prevent an attack. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Q. Can Suminat 25 Tablet be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?
No, Suminat 25 Tablet is not used for the prevention of migraine attacks. It should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Suminat 25 Tablet?
Before taking Suminat 25 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, liver or kidney disease or a family history of heart disease. You should also inform your doctor if you smoke, have had your menopause, or are a man aged 40 years or more. Let your doctor know if your headache is associated with dizziness, difficulty in walking, lack of coordination or weakness in the leg and arm. Your doctor should also know if you are taking medicines to treat depression such as sertraline, escitalopram oxalate, fluoxetine, venlafaxine, or duloxetine. It is also important to inform your doctor if you have had short-lived chest pain and tightness.
