What is Sumavel DosePro?
Sumavel DosePro (sumatriptan) is a headache medicine that reduces blood vessels in the brain. Sumatriptan also decreases the presence of certain substances within the body that can cause headaches, nausea, sensitization to sounds and light, and other headache symptoms. Sumavel DosePro is a painless injection for treating migraines or cluster headaches in adults. Sumavel DosePro is only used to treat headaches. It will not stop headaches or decrease the frequency of attacks.
Sumavel DosePro is not employed to treat common tension-related headaches or headaches that result in an inability to move the other part of the body. Only use this medication in cases where your condition is diagnosed by a medical professional because migraines are a common cause of headaches.
Warnings
You should not use Sumavel DosePro if you have ever had heart disease, coronary artery disease, blood circulation problems, Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, uncontrolled high blood pressure, severe liver disease, a heart attack or stroke, or if your headache seems to be different from your usual migraine headaches. Don't use Sumavel DosePro in the event that you've taken an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days, including isocarboxazid or linezolid, blue injections, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine. Do not take Sumavel DosePro within the first 24 hours prior to or following the use of an alternative migraine medication.
Before taking this medication.
You shouldn't make use of Sumavel DosePro if you're allergic to sumatriptan, if you suffer from headaches that appear different from the usual migraine headaches, or if you've previously experienced:
- Heart conditions or stroke (including "mini-stroke");
- Coronary artery disease angina (chest pain) or blood circulation problems and the inability to supply blood towards the heart
- Circulation problems affecting your legs, arms, stomach, intestines, or kidneys;
- A heart disorder called Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome;
- Uncontrolled blood pressure that is not controlled; or
- A severe liver illness that causes severe liver
Do not take Sumavel DosePro if you've taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A risky drug interaction may occur. MAO inhibitors are isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, rasagiline, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine, among others.
Speak to your doctor if you are ever diagnosed with:
- kidney or liver disease
- epilepsy or any other seizure disorder
- hypertension, a heart rhythm disorder, or
- the risk factors of coronary artery disease (such as diabetes, the menopausal cycle, smoking, being overweight or with high blood pressure, excessive cholesterol, having an ancestral background of coronary disease, or being over 40 years old and male).
It is not clear if Sumavel DosePro can affect a newborn baby. Inform your physician if you are expecting or planning to be pregnant. Sumatriptan may be absorbed into the breast milk. Do not breastfeed for at least 12 hours after using Sumavel DosePro. If you pump your breasts during this time, you should throw away the milk you collect. Don't give it to your infant. Sumavel DosePro is not a product that is approved to be used by anyone younger than 18 years of age.
How to take Sumavel DosePro?
Make use of Sumavel DosePro at the time you begin to notice symptoms of headache. Follow the directions on the label of your prescription and go through all medication guides or instruction sheets. Follow the medication exactly as prescribed. Don't exceed the prescribed dose. In excess, migraine headache medication could cause headaches to become more severe. Talk to your doctor if medication seems to not be functioning as effectively for treating migraine headaches.
Take note of and follow the instructions for use that are included with your medication. Don't use Sumavel DosePro if you aren't familiar with the entire procedure for use. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about any questions you may have. Sumavel DosePro is an injector with no needles. Each device is designed for one use only. Sumavel DosePro will be administered beneath the skin. A doctor may show you the proper use of the drug on your own.
An Sumavel DosePro dose is administered through your stomach (abdomen) or thighs. Don't inject Sumavel DosePro into the arm or any other body part. After taking the dose, if your headache isn't gone completely, consult your physician prior to giving another injection. If the headache disappears but then returns, you can get another injection only if it's been at least one hour since the last one. Do not take more than two injections in one day. Call your doctor when your symptoms don't improve.
Keep Sumavel DosePro at room temperature, free of heat, moisture, and light. Get rid of any medicine that has not been used since the expiration date on the prescription label.
Details on dosage
Usual Adult Dose for Migraine:
Use only after a specific diagnosis of migraine is made.
Subcutaneous:
Initial dose: 1–6 mg administered subcutaneously at least once
If a response to the first dose is observed, a subsequent dose could be administered within 1 hour following the first dose.
Maximum dose: 12 mg per 24 hours.
Comments:
Treatment should be initiated when you first notice migraine headaches or other associated symptoms, such as nausea or vomiting. This medication is not recommended for migraine prevention.
Higher doses could result in a stronger effect, but they also pose a higher chance of developing adverse reactions.
The security treatment of an average of over four headaches over a 30-day time frame has not been proven.
Use: To treat the acute treatment of migraine, with and without aura.
Usual Adult Dose for Cluster Headache:
Subcutaneous injection:
Initial dose: 6 mg subcutaneously, once. If the symptoms persist, then the dose can be repeated if 1 hour has passed since the initial dose.
Maximum dose: 12 mg per 24 hours.
Comments:
The treatment should begin when you notice the first signs of cluster headaches or other symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or photophobia. This medication is not recommended for use prophylactically.
The risk of treatment for an average of more than four headaches over a 30-day period is not yet established.
Use: To treat the acute treatment of cluster headache.
What happens If I miss a dose?
Sumavel DosePro is prescribed only in the event of need and is not a daily dosing schedule. an ad-hoc dosing schedule. Contact your physician if your symptoms don't improve following treatment with this drug.
What happens if I overdose?
For medical emergencies, seek emergency medical attention or contact the Poison Help line toll-free at 1-800-222-1222.
The symptoms of an overdose can include tremors, redness of the skin in your legs or arms, as well as weakness and loss of coordination. breathing difficulties blue-colored lips or fingernails, problems with vision, or seizures (convulsions).
What should be avoided?
Do not take Sumavel DosePro in the 24 hours prior to or after taking another migraine medication, such as:
- Nasal spray or tablets of sumatriptan, almotriptan, eletriptan, frovatriptan, naratriptan, and zolmitriptan;
- ergot medicine such as dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, or methylergonovine.
Avoid driving and other hazardous activities until you understand the extent to which Sumavel DosePro can affect your body. Your reaction could be affected.
Side effects of Sumavel DosePro
See a doctor immediately. If you are experiencing symptoms of an allergic reaction, take Sumavel DosePro: itching, breathing problems, or swelling of your lips, face, and throat.
Stop taking Sumavel DosePro and contact your doctor immediately if you are suffering from:
- Acute stomach pains and bleeding vomiting;
- Extreme chest pain, breathlessness, and irregular heartbeats.
- A seizure (convulsions);
- Blood circulation issues in your feet or legs: cramps, a tight or heavy sensation, numbness or tingling muscles, muscle weakness, burning pain sensations of coldness, changes in color (pale or blue). hip pain
- Warning signs of heart attack symptoms include chest pain or pressure, pain that spreads to your shoulder or jaw, nausea, sweating, or vomiting;
- Serotonin levels are high within the body, causing hallucinations, agitation, and a rapid heart rate. hyperactive reflexes, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and loss of coordination. fainting;
- Raised blood pressure A severe headache, unfocused vision, the sound of pounding sensations in your neck or ear, anxiety, nosebleeds, or
- Symptoms of a stroke: sudden weakness or numbness (especially on the opposite side) or a sudden and intense headache, slow speech, or issues with balance or vision.
The most common Sumavel DosePro side effects may include:
- Tingling, numbness, or redness sensations;
- you feel a sense of pressure or discomfort in any area of your body.
- dizziness or drowsiness; feeling tired or weak
- neck stiffness or stiffness;
- discomfort or redness in the area at the site of the injection.
This is not a comprehensive list of all the side effects. Other effects may also be present. Contact your doctor to seek medical advice on adverse effects. You can report any adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Interaction with other drugs
The use of Sumavel DosePro when using other medicines could result in levels of serotonin build up within your body, an issue known as "serotonin syndrome that can lead to death. Consult your doctor if you are using any of the following:
- Medication for treating depressive symptoms and a mental condition;
- Medicine to treat the disease Parkinson's;
- Medicines to treat serious infections.
- Herbs;
- Stimulant medication;
- Opioid medicine, or
- Medication to stop vomiting and nausea.
This list is not comprehensive. Other medications can be incompatible with sumatriptan, such as medications that are prescribed and available over the counter, such as vitamins and herbal supplements. There are many possible interactions between drugs, which are included here.
