Sumitrex 6mg Injection is used in the treatment of migraines. It relieves the symptoms of migraine and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches. Sumitrex 6mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It should not be self-administered. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly. Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include dizziness, weakness, drowsiness, peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hands), and flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk). However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you. It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Sumitrex 6mg Injection is contraindicated in some heart diseases. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor and stop this medicine if you develop severe chest or stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or significantly high blood pressure, after taking this medicine.

• Weakness
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Drowsiness
• Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)

• Q. Q. I have been prescribed Sumitrex 6mg Injection. Can I take other migraine medicines, similar to Sumitrex 6mg Injection, with it??
  Ans: Sumitrex 6mg Injection belongs to a family of tryptamine-based drugs called Triptans. You should not take another triptan along with Sumitrex 6mg Injection. Taking two triptans together may trigger a heart attack and may also result in an increase in blood pressure.
• Q. Q. Does migraine run in families??
  Ans: Migraines may run in families. Migraines occur more often in women than men. It has been noticed that some women, but not all, have fewer migraines when they are pregnant.
• Q. Q. How do I know migraine attack is about to start??
  Ans: Some people develop aura before getting a migraine attack. It may include visual problems, such as seeing flashing lights, zig-zag patterns or blind spots, numbness, dizziness, or a tingling sensation like pins and needles, or feeling off balance. You may also have difficulty speaking and loss of consciousness, although this is unusual.
• Q. Q. Can I take Sumitrex 6mg Injection with propranolol??
  Ans: Yes, you can take propranolol and Sumitrex 6mg Injection together. However, since Propranolol may cause an increase in levels of Sumitrex 6mg Injection, so you should take 5 mg dose of Sumitrex 6mg Injection and not 10 mg.
• Q. Q. When should I start taking the medicines used to prevent migraine??
  Ans: Medicines for prevention of migraine are usually used if you have tried avoiding possible triggers but are still experiencing migraines. You may also be prescribed these medicines if you experience very severe migraine attacks, or if your attacks happen frequently.
• Q. Q. Can Sumitrex 6mg Injection cause liver damage??
  Ans: No, Sumitrex 6mg Injection does not cause liver damage, but you should let your doctor know if you have any liver problem, before taking Sumitrex 6mg Injection.

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