{"product_id":"sumatriptan-migraine","title":"Sumatriptan","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe recommend that Sumatriptan is used together with over-the-counter pain relief. When used like this, it is the treatment of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough no clear cause has been established, one thought is that \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/illnesses-and-chronic-health-advice\/top-10-tips-to-avoid-migraine-triggers\"\u003emigraines are caused\u003c\/a\u003e by the dilation (widening) of blood vessels, creating swelling and pressure, causing pain and neurological symptoms. Another possible cause maybe that certain chemicals in the brain increase in activity and parts of the brain may then send out confusing signals which cause the symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSumatriptan constricts these blood vessels as well reducing the release of certain brain chemicals that occur during a migraine attack which can relieve the symptoms.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEffectiveness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/illnesses-and-chronic-health-advice\/types-of-migraine\"\u003emigraine symptoms\u003c\/a\u003e should improve within two hours of taking Sumatriptan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following treatments can be taken with Sumatriptan for maximum relief. Please speak to the pharmacist to check they are suitable for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePain Relief\u003c\/strong\u003e – Paracetamol 500mg two tablets up to four times daily; Aspirin 300-900mg up to 4 times daily, or Ibuprofen 400mg up to four times daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-sickness\u003c\/strong\u003e – Buccastem M 3mg up to two times daily. These tablets are designed to work when placed under your lip. As you don't have to swallow them, they are particularly good if vomiting is one of your migraine symptoms. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaking Sumatriptan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake one tablet when the headache phase of your migraine begins. If you experience an aura (visual disturbance), wait until this is over before taking Sumatriptan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf after two hours your migraine is not completely better, or has come back, you can take another tablet. This can be repeated at two-hour intervals. Do not take more than 300mg Sumatriptan in 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrength and dosage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSumatriptan is available in 50mg and 100mg tablets. It is usually recommended to start with the lower dose. If this proves ineffective, your clinician may prescribe the 100mg tablets. Do not take more than 300mg of Sumatriptan in 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"50mg \/ 6 Tablets","offer_id":42726837452988,"sku":"3417","price":17.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mg \/ 6 Tablets","offer_id":42726837485756,"sku":"3418","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/Sumatriptan_-_Migraine_treatment.jpg?v=1743590812","url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/products\/sumatriptan-migraine","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}