Known by the generic name Sumatriptan, imigran is available in different trade names like immigrant, imatrex, sumatriptan succinate etc. The generic sumatriptan is prescribed for relieving headaches caused by migraine along with other related symptoms like nausea and light sensitivity. The mechanism of action of this drug is found to be by making the arteries and veins that supply blood to the head to be narrowed, the process otherwise known as vasoconstriction. However, imigran are not found to control migraines or groups of headaches or even reduce the number of attacks. It can only cure the migraine that the patient is already suffering from. This drug is also known to be prescribed for some other purposes than migraines.
Imigran is composed of sumatriptan as its active ingredient that is a type of serotonin agonist. This drug helps in promoting the serotonin receptors in the brain. Imigran usually comes in the form of tablets and normally a single dose of 25 to 100 imitrex mg is directed for migraines and an additional single dose of up to 50 mg are administered for headaches that relapse or produce only partial effect. However, taking an imitrex dosage that exceeds 200 mg in a 24-hour period is prohibited. It is also available in the form of nasal imitrex spray. Sumatriptan succinate should be avoided by pregnant women and nursing mothers. Proper consultation is required to take this medicine by patients with high BP, liver dysfunction, high blood cholesterol, diabetes and overweight.
Generally transient side effects are reported so far about using this drug. Commonly found side effects are pain or tightness in the chest or throat, abdominal discomfort, flushing, weakness, tingling, dizziness sweating etc. Certain allergic reactions and even anaphylaxis are rarely been reported with the usage of imigran. Use of ergot type migraine drugs and sumatriptan together may cause drug interactions.
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