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Sumatriptan + Naproxen

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Sumatriptan + Naproxen Uses

Sumatriptan+Naproxen is used in the treatment of migraine.

How Sumatriptan + Naproxen works

Sumatriptan + Naproxen is a combination of two medicines: Sumatriptan and Naproxen that treat migraine. Sumatriptan is a selective 5HT1-receptor agonist which relieves headache by narrowing the widened blood vessels in the head. Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which blocks the release of certain chemical messengers and decreases general inflammation and pain caused due to migraine.

Common side effects of Sumatriptan + Naproxen

Nausea, Dizziness, Chest discomfort, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Chest pain, Neck, throat, and jaw pain and tightness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Dyspepsia, Hot flashes

Available Medicine for Sumatriptan + Naproxen

HedfreeTas Med India Pvt Ltd
₹901 variant(s)
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Expert advice for Sumatriptan + Naproxen

  • You have been prescribed Sumatriptan + Naproxen for treatment of migraine headaches.
  • This medicine should be taken only if you have a migraine attack and not to prevent it.
  • Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
    • Have your meals at the same time everyday
    • Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
    • Avoid loud music and noisy places
    • Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
    • Get enough sleep and avoid stress
  • Take it as soon as you experience warning signs like being sensitive to light or sound. Take 1 tablet at a time and do not take more than 2 doses in one day.
  • It may cause sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Sumatriptan + Naproxen affects you.
  • Notify your doctor if your migraine occurs more often than before you started using Sumatriptan + Naproxen.
  • Inform your doctor if you have stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, headache and/or worsening high blood pressure while taking Sumatriptan + Naproxen.

Frequently asked questions for Sumatriptan + Naproxen

Sumatriptan + Naproxen

Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Sumatriptan+Naproxen can lead to increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of migraine attacks which are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Are there any special instructions regarding the storage and disposal of this medicine?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Q. Can Sumatriptan+Naproxen cause sleepiness?

Sumatriptan+Naproxen can cause sleepiness, dizziness or drowsiness. If you have these symptoms, do not drive a car, use machinery or do anything where you need to be alert.

Q. Can I stop taking Sumatriptan+Naproxen when my migraine symptoms are relieved?

Sumatriptan+Naproxen is used for the treatment of migraine attack and should be continued as advised by the doctor.

Q. What can cause or trigger a migraine attack?

Certain physical or environmental factors, such as foods, hormonal changes, weather and stress can lead to or “trigger” a migraine. However, it is important to remember that triggers are different for everyone. That is why, to help prevent migraine attacks, you need to figure out which triggers affect you and which ones do not. Keeping a headache diary is an effective way to track triggers, and it will help you talk to your healthcare professional about your condition.

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