SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION
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SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION is used in the treatment of migraines. It relieves the symptoms of migraine and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches.
SUMINAT AUTO 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 SUMINAT AUTO 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.
Uses of Suminat Injection
Benefits of Suminat Injection
In Acute migraine headache
Migraine is a type of headache that causes intense throbbing or pulsing pain, usually on one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light or sound. It can interfere with daily activities and typically lasts for several hours to a few days. SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION is used in the acute treatment of migraine attacks. It helps relieve the headache and associated symptoms, allowing individuals to return to their normal routine more quickly.
Side effects of Suminat Injection
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
- Weakness
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Drowsiness
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Dizziness
How to use Suminat Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Suminat Injection works
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation (swelling) of blood vessels in the head. SUMINAT AUTO 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
UNSAFE
SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION in patients with liver disease.
Use of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Suminat Injection?
If you forget a dose of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION, consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed SUMINAT AUTO 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Tryptamine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Triptans (5-HT1B/1D Agonists)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Suminat with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Sumatriptan with Tranylcypromine. If Sumatriptan is essential, ensure a gap of at least 2 weeks after discontinuing Tranylcypromine. Please consult your doctor.
Avoid concurrent use unless your doctor considers it safe.
Concurrent use may cause fatal rise in blood serotonin levels.
Do not consume Sumatriptan with Selegiline. If Sumatriptan is essential, ensure a gap of at least 24 hours after discontinuing Selegiline. Please consult your doctor.
Concomitant
Do not consume Sumatriptan with Ergotamine. If Sumatriptan is essential, ensure a gap of at least 1 day after discontinuing Ergotamine. Please consult your doctor.
Concurrent use
Do not consume Linezolid with Sumatriptan. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or agitation and consult your doctor if you exper
FAQs
I have been prescribed SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION. Can I take other migraine medicines, similar to SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION, with it?
SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION belongs to a family of tryptamine-based drugs called Triptans. You should not take another triptan along with SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION. Taking two triptans together may trigger a heart attack and may also result in an increase in blood pressure.
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.
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.
Can I take SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION with propranolol?
Yes, you can take propranolol and SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION together. However, since Propranolol may cause an increase in levels of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION, so you should take 5 mg dose of SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION and not 10 mg.
When should I start taking the medicines used to prevent migraine?
Medicines for prevention of migraine are usually used if you have tried avoiding possible triggers but are still experiencing migraines. You may also be prescribed these medicines if you experience very severe migraine attacks, or if your attacks happen frequently.
Can SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION cause liver damage?
No, SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION does not cause liver damage, but you should let your doctor know if you have any liver problem, before taking SUMINAT AUTO INJECTION.
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Country of origin: India
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