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Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsSumatriptan
Description
Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of migraines. It works by contracting the blood vessels in the brain and also inhibiting the action of chemical substances that cause headaches and sensitivity to sound and light. It can only help manage the symptoms of migraines and cannot help in preventing or reducing the frequency of migraine attacks. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling and numbness of feet and hands, and flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk). Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe. Avoid activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles and operating machines as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment based on your clinical condition. Be sure not to exceed the recommended dose and take it according to the instructions given by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as your condition may become worse. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet may not be suitable for everyone. It is not recommended for use if you have seizures (fits), depression, and heart and blood vessel problems. Inform your doctor if you have kidney, or liver problems before starting the treatment with this medicine. Also, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before beginning treatment with this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet

  • Chest pain
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Feeling of warmth or heat
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Itching
  • Dry mouth
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness

Uses of Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Migraine Headache
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet can be observed within 30-60 minutes.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Cardiovascular Disease

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have medical conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. This medicine may increase the risk of serious side effects and further worsen your condition.

Uncontrolled hypertension

Uncontrolled hypertension refers to high blood pressure that is inadequately treated. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have uncontrolled hypertension. This medicine may further increase the risk of high blood pressure and worsen your condition.

Severe liver disease

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver problems due to the increased risk of elevated liver enzyme levels and liver toxicity.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are a class of medicines used in the treatment of depression. Combined use of Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet and MAOIs is not recommended as it may increase the risk of serious side effects. This medicine should not be used for at least two weeks after the discontinuation of MAOIs.

Hemiplegic or Basilar Migraine

Hemiplegic or basilar migraine is a severe headache that starts at the spine or the lower part of the brain called the brainstem. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have hemiplegic or basilar migraines.

Cerebrovascular Disease

Cerebrovascular disease refers to a group of conditions that affect the blood vessels and blood supply to the brain. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have cerebrovascular diseases as it may further worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

High cholesterol

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have high cholesterol levels due to the increased risk of heart-related complications.

Use in children

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Driving or operating machines

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Overuse headache

Prolonged use of painkillers or medicines like Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet may cause an aggravation of headaches (medication overuse headache) and make them worse. This may occur as migraine-like daily headaches or as an increase in the frequency of migraine attacks. Consult your doctor if you experience such symptoms. Your doctor may recommend the discontinuation of this medicine.

Sensations of tightness

Sensations of tightness, pain, pressure, and heaviness in the chest, throat, neck, and jaw may occur during treatment with Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if these symptoms do not resolve with time or become worse.

Missed Dose

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet is generally used when required. If you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Fluvoxamine

Ondansetron

Sertraline

Selegeline

Oxycodone

Almotriptan

Nefazodone

Naratriptan

Tapentadol

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have liver problems as this medicine may further worsen your condition. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver function while you are taking this medicine.

Seizure disorders

Seizure is a condition that occurs due to disturbed nerve cell activity in your brain resulting in abnormal behaviour and loss of consciousness. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures as this medicine may cause or aggravate seizures.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet exactly as instructed by your doctor. Do not take larger amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen. Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, eating certain foods (such as cheese, chocolate, or processed foods), or loud noises to reduce your chances of having migraine headaches. Also, ensure that you get adequate sleep, eat a healthy and balanced diet, exercise regularly, and reduce your stress to help prevent migraine headaches. Overuse of migraine headache medicine can make headaches worse. Consult your doctor if you feel that the frequency of headaches has increased or the medicine is not working well. Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood pressure. Monitor your blood pressure regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
Sumitrex 100 mg Tablet works by constricting the blood vessels in the brain. It also stops the pain signals from being sent to the brain and blocks the release of chemical substances that cause pain. Thus it helps to relieve symptoms of migraine such as headache, feeling or being sick, and sensitivity to light and sound.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antimigraine agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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