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Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml

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Composition

SUMATRIPTAN-6MG

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml belongs to a class of medicines called selective serotonin receptor agonists primarily used to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura and acute cluster headaches in adults. Aura is a phase before the start of a migraine headache that involves numbness and speech or vision disorders. Migraine is a common disorder associated with multiple symptoms but frequently causes headache of varying intensity, usually along with nausea and sensitivity to light and sound.

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml contains Sumatriptan that, constricts blood vessels in the brain, prevents pain signals from reaching the brain, and inhibits the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other migraine or cluster headache symptoms. Sumatriptan does not prevent migraine headaches.

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience redness or pain at the injection site, dizziness, tingling or numbness in fingers or toes, stiffness or discomfort in the neck, flushing (hot, warm, burning feeling to face), feeling drowsy, weak, or tired. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to latex, Sumatriptan, or other medicines. Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Please inform your doctor before taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or are breastfeeding. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption as it may worsen headaches. Drive only if you are alert, as Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may cause dizziness, weakness, or drowsiness. 

Uses of Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml

Acute migraine headaches and acute cluster headaches

Medicinal Benefits

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml is used to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura and acute cluster headaches in adults. Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml contains Sumatriptan that, constricts blood vessels in the brain, prevents pain signals from reaching the brain, and inhibits the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other migraine or cluster headache symptoms.

Directions for Use

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml

  • Redness or pain at the injection site
  • Dizziness
  • Tingling or numbness in fingers or toes
  • Stiffness or discomfort in the neck
  • Flushing (hot, warm, burning feeling to face)
  • Feeling drowsy, weak or tired

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to latex, Sumatriptan, or other medicines. Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Please inform your doctor before taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or are breastfeeding. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption as it may worsen headaches. Drive only if you are alert, as Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may cause dizziness, weakness, or drowsiness. Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may increase the risk of heart attack and other heart problems. Therefore, if you have vomiting, nausea, discomfort in the centre of the chest that lasts for more than a few minutes or that goes away and comes back, lightheadedness, discomfort, or pain in the back, arms, neck, throat or jaw,  avoid taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml and get emergency medical help immediately as these might be symptoms of a heart attack.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking tricyclic antidepressants, serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may interact with other antimigraine agents (frovatriptan, eletriptan, almotriptan, rizatriptan, naratriptan, dihydroergotamine, ergotamines and sumatriptan+naproxen). Avoid taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you have any of the following medicines in the last 24 hours.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Avoid taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you have poor circulation, severe liver problems, uncontrolled high blood pressure, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), basilar or hemiplegic migraines, peripheral vascular disease (narrowing of blood vessels to your stomach, legs, arms, or kidney) if you ever had a stroke or heart problems. If you have diabetes, high cholesterol, are overweight, have had seizures (fits), or have heart, kidney, or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ELETRIPTAN
  • ALMOTRIPTAN
  • RIZATRIPTAN
  • NARATRIPTAN
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • SUMATRIPTAN+NAPROXEN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid high-caffeine beverages or limit caffeine intake as high caffeine intake may trigger migraine.
  • Avoid aged cheese, red wine, processed meat, chocolate, citrus fruits, wheat, barley, and rye, as they may trigger migraine.
  • Do yoga, meditation, and certain mind or body exercises that may be helpful in managing migraine by reducing stress.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern and have a sufficient sleep.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Special Advise

If you are elderly, a smoker, had a stroke previously, or have high blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol, please inform your doctor, as these conditions may increase the risk of heart problems.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Migraine: It is a neurological condition associated with multiple symptoms but frequently causes headaches of varying intensity, often accompanied by sensitivity to sound and light and nausea. Migraine mostly affects the forehead area, usually on one side of the head, but can occur on both sides or shift. Women are more likely to have migraines than men. The most common risk factor is family history. Triggers for migraine include stress, exercise, hormonal changes, and certain foods and drinks. 

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml contains Sumatriptan which works by constricting blood vessels in the brain, preventing pain signals from reaching the brain, and inhibiting the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other migraine or cluster headache symptoms.
Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml is not used to prevent or decrease the number of cluster or migraine headaches. Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml is only used to treat migraine headache that has begun already.
Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may increase the risk of heart problems such as stroke or heart attack, especially in high doses or if used for prolonged duration and in patients who smoke, have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol or have a family history of heart disease or are overweight. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions or have a history of heart problems or stroke before taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml.
Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may cause dizziness as a common side effect. Therefore, you are recommended to avoid driving if you feel dizzy, drowsy or weak after taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml.
Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may cause high blood pressure in some patients. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure before taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is better to avoid alcohol consumption during a headache attack. However, if you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine only if benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may pass into breast milk. Therefore, if you are a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before receiving this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness or weakness in some people. So, drive only if you are alert after taking Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml.

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Liver

Caution

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml is not recommended if you have severe liver disease. It should be used with caution if you have a moderate liver impairment or a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Sumaself 6 mg Injection 0.5 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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