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Zembrace SymTouch (injection)
Generic name: sumatriptan (injection)
Brand names: Imitrex, Imitrex Statdose, Imitrex Statdose Refill, SUMAtriptan Succinate Syringe, Zembrace SymTouch
What is Zembrace SymTouch?
Zembrace SymTouch is a frustration medicine that tightens capillary around the mind. This medicine also lowers substances in the body that can cause headache discomfort, nausea, sensitivity to light and audio, and various other migraine signs and symptoms.
Zembrace SymTouch is used to treat migraines and cluster headaches in grownups. This medication will just treat a frustration. Zembrace SymTouch will not stop migraines or decrease the variety of attacks.
Zembrace SymTouch need to not be utilized to deal with a common tension headache, or a frustration that causes loss of movement on one side of your body. Utilize this medicine only if your problem has been confirmed by a medical professional as migraine headache headaches.
Zembrace SymTouch might additionally be utilized for functions not detailed in this medication guide.
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Warnings
You must not make use of Zembrace SymTouch if you have ever had heart problem, coronary artery illness, blood circulation issues, Wolff-Parkinson-White disorder, unchecked hypertension, serious liver illness, a heart attack or stroke, or if your headache appears to be different from your usual migraine headache frustrations.
Do not make use of Zembrace SymTouch if you have made use of an MAO prevention in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.
Do not make use of Zembrace SymTouch within 24 hours prior to or after making use of another migraine frustration medicine.
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Before taking this medicine
You ought to not utilize Zembrace SymTouch if you are allergic to it, if you have a migraine that appears various from your common migraine headache frustrations, or if you have actually ever had:
- heart issues, or a stroke (including "mini-stroke");.
- coronary artery disease, angina (upper body pain), blood circulation troubles, absence of blood supply to the heart;.
- blood circulation problems affecting your legs, arms, stomach, intestines, or kidneys;.
- a heart problem called Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome;.
- unrestrained hypertension; or.
- extreme liver condition.
Do not make use of Zembrace SymTouch if you have actually made use of an MAO prevention in the past 14 days. A harmful drug communication can take place. MAO inhibitors consist of isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.
Inform your doctor if you have ever before had:.
- liver or kidney condition;.
- epilepsy or various other seizure problem;.
- hypertension, a heart rhythm condition; or.
- threat factors for coronary artery disease (such as diabetic issues, menopause, cigarette smoking, being obese, having high blood pressure or high cholesterol, having a family members history of coronary artery condition, or being older than 40 and a guy).
It is not understood whether this medication will certainly damage a coming child. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to conceive.
Sumatriptan can pass into bust milk. Do not breast-feed within 12 hours after using sumatriptan. If you use a bust pump throughout this time around, throw out any milk you gather. Do not feed it to your infant.
Zembrace SymTouch is not accepted for usage by anybody more youthful than 18 years old.
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Zembrace SymTouch side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergy: hives; problem breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Zembrace SymTouch might cause major side effects. Quit making use of Zembrace SymTouch and call your medical professional simultaneously if you have:
- abrupt and serious stomach discomfort and bloody looseness of the bowels;
- severe upper body pain, lack of breath, irregular heart beats;
- a seizure (convulsions);.
- blood circulation problems in your legs or feet-- aches, limited or heavy sensation, numbness or prickling, muscle weakness, shedding pain, cool sensation, color modifications (pale or blue), hip pain;.
- cardiovascular disease signs and symptoms-- chest pain or stress, pain infecting your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating;.
- high degrees of serotonin in the body-- agitation, hallucinations, high temperature, rapid heart rate, overactive reflexes, queasiness, vomiting, looseness of the bowels, loss of sychronisation, fainting;.
- increased blood pressure-- severe frustration, blurred vision, pounding in your neck or ears, stress and anxiety, nosebleed; or.
- indicators of a stroke-- abrupt tingling or weak point (specifically on one side of the body), unexpected serious frustration, slurred speech, issues with vision or equilibrium.
Common side effects of Zembrace SymTouch may include:.
- numbness, prickling, warmth, inflammation, or melting feeling;.
- stress or heavy sensation in any type of component of your body;.
- dizziness, drowsiness, feeling weak or tired;.
- neck discomfort or stiffness; or.
- discomfort or soreness where the medicine was injected.
This is not a total list of adverse effects and others may happen. Call your physician for clinical advice concerning negative effects. You may report negative effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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How should I use Zembrace SymTouch?
Use Zembrace SymTouch as soon as you notice headache symptoms. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Never use more than your recommended dose. Overuse of migraine headache medicine can make headaches worse. Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in treating your migraine attacks.
Zembrace SymTouch is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Zembrace SymTouch comes in a vial (bottle), a needle-free injector device, or a prefilled cartridge for an auto-injector syringe. Each type is for one use only.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Do not use Zembrace SymTouch if you don't understand all instructions for proper use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions.
Prepare your injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use a vial if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
After an injection: If your headache does not completely go away, call your doctor before using a second injection. If your headache goes away and then comes back, use a second injection if it has been at least 1 hour since your first injection. Do not use more than 2 injections in 24 hours. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label has passed.
Use a needle and syringe only once and then place them in a puncture-proof "sharps" container. Follow state or local laws about how to dispose of this container. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Given That Zembrace SymTouch is made use of when required, it does not have a day-to-day application timetable. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not boost after using this medication.
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What happens if I overdose?
Look for emergency situation clinical interest or call the Toxin Customer service at 1-800-222-1222.
Overdose signs might include tremors, skin redness in your arms or legs, weakness, loss of sychronisation, breathing problems, blue-colored lips or fingernails, vision issues, or a seizure (convulsions).
Do not utilize Zembrace SymTouch within 24 hours before or after utilizing an additional migraine headache medicine, including:
- Zembrace SymTouch tablet computers or nasal spray, almotriptan, eletriptan, frovatriptan, naratriptan, rizatriptan, zolmitriptan; or
- ergot medication such as dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, or methylergonovine.
Stay clear of driving or dangerous activity up until you know exactly how Zembrace SymTouch will affect you. Your reactions can be damaged.
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What other drugs will affect Zembrace SymTouch?
Utilizing Zembrace SymTouch while you are making use of specific various other medicines can cause high levels of serotonin to build up in your body, a problem called "serotonin syndrome," which can be fatal. Tell your medical professional if you also utilize:
- medicine to treat anxiety or a psychiatric condition;
- medicine for Parkinson's illness;
- medication for major infections;
- herbal products;
- stimulant medication;
- opioid medicine; or
- medicine to avoid nausea or vomiting and throwing up.
This listing is not complete. Other medicines may affect Zembrace SymTouch, consisting of prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and natural items. Not all feasible medication communications are provided right here.
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