Imigran Nasal Spray

What is Imigran nasal spray 10mg/20mg?

Imigran is a nasal spray that is used to treat the symptoms of a migraine attack. Each spray contains a dose of the medicine sumatriptan; this medicine is renowned for effectively treating migraines.

Sumatriptan belongs to a group of medicines known as triptans (also referred to as 5-HT1 receptor agonists).

Imigran is also available as Imigran 50mg – 100mg tablets for migraines. This nasal spray is a useful alternative for people who find it difficult to swallow tablets.

What is Imigran nasal spray used to treat?

Imigran nasal spray is a treatment for the symptoms of a migraine headache.

Migraine symptoms include:

• Feeling sick
• Vomiting
• Being sensitive to light and sound
• Headache

Migraines can be triggered by various things, such as alcohol, stress, poor diet, caffeine or not getting enough sleep. They can also occur for no reason at all.

Migraines are very common, but they can be very debilitating and prevent you from completing even the simplest tasks effectively. To get the most out of an Imigran nasal spray, you should use it as early as possible into your migraine attack. However, you can use it later on during a migraine and it will still be effective.

The nasal spray will normally work within 15 minutes of using it. If your headache goes away but then returns, you can take another dose after 2 hours.

How does Imigran work?

Migraines are believed to be caused by the temporary widening of the blood vessels inside your head. This nasal spray is thought to work by reducing the widening of the blood vessels, relieving the pressure in your head and relieving the symptoms of a migraine attack.

Imigran contains sumatriptan as its active ingredient, which works by stimulating certain receptors in the brain. Doing this makes the blood vessels narrow to their normal size, which relieves pressure in your head and makes the throbbing pain go away.

How to use Imigran nasal spray

1. Get into a comfortable position (you may wish to use this nasal spray while sitting down).
2. If you have a cold or a blocked nose, blow your nose
3. Gently hold the nasal spray with your fingers and thumb.
4. Use a finger to firmly block one nostril.
5. Carefully insert the nozzle of the nasal spray into the other nostril and breathe out gently through your mouth.
6. Hold your head upright and keep your mouth closed.
7. Breathe in gently through your nose. As you breathe in, press down on the plunger; this will release one spray. Keep breathing in while it sprays.
8. Remove the nozzle from your nose and keep your head upright for about 20 seconds.
9. Your Imigran nasal spray is now empty; dispose of it as advised by your doctor or pharmacist.

 

Who can take Imigran nasal spray?

Imigran is an effective treatment for the symptoms of migraines, but it is not suitable for everyone.

Do not use Imigran nasal spray if:

• You are allergic to sumatriptan or any of the other ingredients contained in this medicine (please refer to the Ingredients tab for a full list)
• You have circulation problems in your legs that cause cramp-like pains when you walk
• You have any heart problems, such as recently having a heart attack, angina or narrowing of the arteries
• You have had a stroke or a mini-stroke
• You have high blood pressure (if you have mild blood pressure or it is being treated, you may be able to take Imigran)
• You have serious liver disease
• You are taking any other migraine medicines

Speak to your doctor before using Imigran if:

• You are a heavy smoker or using nicotine replacement therapy
• You are a man over the age of 40
• You are a woman who has been through menopause
• You have a history of seizures (fits)
• You have liver or kidney disease
• You are allergic to antibiotics called sulphonamides
• You are taking any antidepressants called Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
• You feel any chest tightness or pain after using Imigran

Can you buy Imigran nasal spray over the counter?

You will need to speak to your doctor before you can buy Imigran nasal spray.

Can you buy Imigran nasal spray online in the UK?

To buy Imigran nasal spray online from Medicine Direct, you will first need to fill out an online consultation form for a prescriber to review. Once they have approved that this product is safe for you to use, it can be ordered from our online pharmacy.

If you order by 2pm, we can offer you next day delivery on your medicine.

Medicine Direct is fully regulated by the General Pharmaceutical Council. You should never order any type of medicine online unless it is from a regulated pharmacy.

Imigran nasal spray alternatives

Many different migraine treatments can be ordered online from Medicine Direct if Imigran nasal spray is not suitable for you.

Imigran comes in several tablet versions, which can also work to relieve migraines. Medicine Direct also stocks generic Sumatriptan tablets, which you can buy after filling out an online consultation questionnaire for one of our doctors or pharmacists to review.

Alternative triptans like Zolmitriptan and Almotriptan are also prescription medicines that can be ordered from our pharmacy.

In addition to these, we sell non-prescription migraine medicines including Anadin Extra and Migraleve Pink tablets.