Is Imigran nasal spray safe?

No more than two doses of Imigran 10 mg Nasal Spray should be taken in any 24-hour period. Imigran Nasal Spray is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age due to insufficient data on safety and efficacy.

Can you buy Imigran?

You can buy Imigran tablets over the counter in the UK, but the maximum quantity supplied is 6 tablets. Imigran tablets are also available on prescription in the UK.

How does Imigran nasal spray work?

Imigran nasal spray may be used for migraine headaches with or without what is known as ‘aura’. It is thought that migraine headache is due to widening of certain blood vessels in the head. Imigran nasal spray works by making those vessels normal again and eases the symptoms of migraine.

Is there an over the counter Sumatriptan?

The tablets are used for migraines only. Sumatriptan tablets, nasal spray and injections are available on prescription. You can also buy packs containing two 50mg tablets from a pharmacy without a prescription, but only if you have previously been diagnosed with migraines.

Can I buy Imigran over the counter?

Can I buy Sumatriptan over the counter? Yes, it is now available to purchase from pharmacies without a prescription for those previously diagnosed with migraines. It can also be prescribed online by our UK registered doctors.

Can you take paracetamol with Imigran nasal spray?

If a patient does not respond to the first dose of Imigran, a second dose should not be taken for the same attack. In these cases the attack can be treated with paracetamol, acetylsalicylic acid or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Do you need a prescription for Imigran?

As of February 1, patients can buy sumatriptan (Imigran) and zolmatriptan (Zomig) from their pharmacist without a prescription – providing they have “a stable, well-established pattern of symptoms”.

What can I take instead of sumatriptan?

Instead, doctors recommend taking ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), or acetaminophen (Tylenol).

Can you take paracetamol with Imigran?

Sumatriptan with painkillers If your first dose of sumatriptan doesn’t work to relieve your migraine, it’s fine to take a painkiller containing aspirin, paracetamol, or a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as ibuprofen.

Is Imigran a triptan?

The triptans available in Australia are: sumatriptan (Imigran and other brands), zolmitriptan (Zomig), naratriptan (Naramig), rizatriptan (Maxalt) and eletriptan (Relpax).

What is the safest migraine medicine?

Pregnant women who suffer from frequent migraine headaches may benefit from preventative therapy. Beta-blockers such as propranolol, metoprolol, and atenolol are generally considered to be safe options.