GP and surgeon, Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) provides a simple explanation of the medication below:

'Imigran Nasal Spray (Migraine Nasal Spray) is a medication used for the management of migraine headaches that works by reducing levels of pain signals released from the brain. '.

If you think Imigran Nasal Spray is a treatment that can help you, start an online consultation now for a registered prescriber to review. If treatment is deemed suitable, they can prescribe it, and we can deliver it to you from the comfort of your own home with a range of convenient delivery and payment options for you to choose from. If you have any questions about a medication, you should always consult your doctor with any questions prior to starting treatment, to ensure that it is safe and suitable for you.

Imigran nasal spray is prescribed to provide relief to the symptoms of a migraine attack. It is not to be used for the prevention of future migraine attacks. It may also be used for other types of migraine headaches.

Sumatriptan is the active ingredient in Imigran Nasal Spray. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the brain that has become widened, providing relief to the symptoms of a migraine attack. Imigran Nasal Spray is to be administered at the first sign of the symptoms of a migraine headache. It may also be used at any time during a migraine attack. Imigran Nasal Spray should not be used before a migraine attack. It does not prevent future occurrences of a migraine attack.

The main benefit of using Imigran Nasal Spray is the relief it provides from the symptoms of a migraine attack. Imigran Nasal Spray effectively narrows the enlarged blood vessels in the brain to provide relief to the symptoms of a migraine.

Migraine Nasal Spray

Strictly follow the instructions of your doctor on the use of Imigran Nasal Spray. It will help also if you will read first the Patient Information Leaflet that comes with your medicine package when you fill up your prescription. If there is anything that is not clear on the use of the nasal spray, ask your doctor.

It is best to use Imigran Nasal Spray when:

• A migraine headache begins
• Other symptoms of a migraine begin, such as vomiting, nausea, or your eyes becoming sensitive to light.

Each Imigran nasal spray is a single dose of the sumatriptan. The spray is composed of three parts:

• The nozzle - this is the part that should be inserted into your nostril
• The finger grip - This is to be gripped with your thumb when spraying
• The blue plunger - To be pressed in order to release the dose of medicine.

Before using the spray, blow your nose gently. Hold the sprayer between your fingers and thumb, but make sure to not press the plunger at once.

Use your other hand to block one nostril by firmly pressing on the side of the nose.

Put the tip of the sprayer into your other nostril as far as it feels comfortable. Keep your head upright and your mouth closed. Be careful to not spray the medicine into your eyes.

Breathe in gently through your nose and press the plunger firmly at the same time.

Keep your head level and remove the tip from your nose.

If your first dose of Imigran Nasal Spray provides relief for your migraine, but a migraine comes back later, you may use another spray, but you must wait at least two hours between using the first and second doses of this medication. Do not use more than 40 mg of Imigran Nasal Spray in any 24-hour period.

If the first spray of the medication did not provide any relief, do not use a second Imigran Nasal Spray or any other form of Imigran. You may take other painkillers as long as they do not contain methysergide or ergotamine. If you are not sure what step to take, ask your doctor.

If your migraine does not get any relief from Imigran Nasal Spray, you may use this medication on another occasion to treat another migraine attack. You can use Imigran Nasal Spray to treat at least three separate migraine attacks before you and your doctor can decide that this medication is not effective for you.

The usual dose of Imigran Nasal Spray is one nasal spray of 10 mg or 20 mg. your doctor will determine the right dose for you.

Like other medications, Imigran Nasal Spray can cause some unwanted side effects. However, if the side effects occur, they are likely to be minor and temporary, although some of them may be serious that will require medical attention.

Report to your doctor if you experience any of the following after using Imigran Nasal Spray:

• Flushing, pain, or tingling in any part of the body
• Nausea or vomiting
• A feeling of dizziness, tiredness, or sleepiness
• A change in the blood pressure
• Nasal bleeding
• Feeling of faintness
• Problems with the eyesight
• Irritation or burning in the nose or throat
• Pain in the lower tummy and bloody diarrhoea
• Uncontrolled movements
• Shaking or tremors
• Shortness of breath

Inform your doctor immediately, or seek emergency medical attention and stop using Imigran Nasal Spray if you:

• Feel irregular heartbeats
• Feel heaviness, pressure, or tightness in any part of the body, particularly the chest or throat
• Have a fit or convulsion
• Have persistent purple discolouration or pain in the fingers, ears, nose, jaw, or toes in response to cold
• Have wheezing, hay fever, swelling of the lips/mouth, hives, difficulty in breathing, or fainting. These could symptoms of an allergic reaction.

These side effects are serious. It is necessary that you seek medical attention straight away.

Report to your doctor any side effects that could be associated with your use of Imigran Nasal Spray.

You should not use this medication if:

• You get an allergic reaction to any of the inactive ingredients
• You have ever had a stroke or a mini-stroke
• You have heart problems or have a history of a heart attack
• Your blood pressure is high
• You have a liver problem
• You currently take another form of medication for a migraine that contains triptans, methysergide or ergotamine.

You should be extra careful with this nasal spray if:

• You have a history of seizures
• You are a heavy smoker
• You are taking SSRI antidepressants
• You have a liver or kidney disease

If you are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant, consult your doctor before using Imigran nasal spray.

You should not breastfeed your baby for 12 hours after using this spray.

Some drugs should not be taken alongside Imigran nasal spray. You should always inform your doctor of your medical history and of any medications you might be taking before you start using Imigran nasal spray. Tell your doctor if you are currently taking:

• Other migraine medicines that contain ergotamine, methysergide, triptans, or receptor agonists
• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or serotonin noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors antidepressant medicines
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors antidepressants
• St. John’s Wort

You can safely buy Imigran Nasal Spray online at UK Meds. You will first need to have an online consultation with a pharmacist independent prescriber before your order will be supplied. The online consultation will ensure that Imigran Nasal Spray is the right medication for your medical condition.

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