Imigran Nasal Spray - 20mg, 6 sprays

Imigran Nasal Spray 20mg contains sumatriptan, a medicine from the triptan group, also known as 5-HT1 receptor agonists. The official leaflet states that Imigran nasal spray is used to treat migraine headache. It is believed to work by reducing the temporary widening of blood vessels in the head, helping to relieve headache and associated migraine symptoms such as feeling or being sick and sensitivity to light and sound.

This medicine is intended for the acute treatment of migraine attacks and should only be used after migraine symptoms start. It is not used to prevent migraine attacks. Each spray device contains a single dose of sumatriptan in 0.1 ml of a yellow-coloured solution and is supplied in a pre-filled nasal spray device.

The official leaflet states that Imigran nasal spray is available in packs of 2 and 6 pre-filled nasal spray devices, with each nasal spray containing one dose of Imigran. The verified dm+d pack for this product is the 6 unit dose presentation, making this listing suitable for a 6-spray pack.

Always use Imigran Nasal Spray exactly as your doctor, prescriber or pharmacist has told you. The leaflet says it is best to use the spray as soon as you feel a migraine coming on, although it can still be used at any time during an attack.

For adults aged 18 to 65 years, the leaflet states the usual dose is one 20mg spray into one nostril. For adolescents aged 12 to 17 years, the leaflet highlights the 10mg spray as the usual dose. Imigran nasal spray is not recommended for children under 12 years and is not recommended for people aged over 65 years. Do not use more than two sprays in 24 hours.

If your symptoms improve and then come back, the leaflet says you may use a second spray after 2 hours, but do not use more than two sprays in 24 hours. If the first spray has no effect, do not use a second spray or any other Imigran preparation for the same attack.

The leaflet also includes step-by-step instructions. Keep the spray in its blister until needed. Do not press the blue plunger before use, as this will release the dose. Blow your nose gently if needed, close one nostril, insert the nozzle into the other nostril, breathe in gently through your nose and press the blue plunger firmly to deliver the full dose in one go. 

Active ingredient:

Each pre-filled nasal spray contains 20mg sumatriptan in 0.1 ml of solution.

Other ingredients:

Potassium dihydrogen phosphate, dibasic sodium phosphate anhydrous, sulphuric acid, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

Additional product information:

The leaflet describes the medicine as a yellow-coloured solution in a pre-filled nasal spray device. Each spray contains one single dose.

Do not use Imigran if you are allergic to sumatriptan or any of the ingredients, if you have a heart problem such as ischaemic heart disease or angina, have had a heart attack, have circulation problems in your legs, have had a stroke or TIA, have serious liver disease, or are taking ergotamine, similar migraine medicines, another triptan / 5-HT1 receptor agonist, or an MAOI, or have taken an MAOI within the last 2 weeks.

Speak to a doctor or pharmacist before use if you have additional risk factors for heart disease, including being a heavy smoker, using nicotine replacement therapy, being a man over 40, or a woman who has been through the menopause. The leaflet also advises caution if you have a history of fits, high blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, or allergy to sulphonamide antibiotics.

Commonly reported side effects include unpleasant taste, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, hot flushes, temporary rise in blood pressure, shortness of breath, and sensations such as pain, heaviness, pressure, tightness, tingling, heat or cold in different parts of the body. The leaflet also notes rare reports of serious heart effects, including heart attack.

Seek urgent medical help if you develop signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, hives, wheezing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, or collapse. Urgent medical advice is also needed if chest pain or tightness becomes severe or does not pass quickly. The leaflet also advises that either the migraine itself or the medicine may make you drowsy, so do not drive or use machines if affected.

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

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