Naproxen + Sumatriptan

Naproxen + Sumatriptan is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of migraine. It relieves the symptoms of migraines and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches.

Naproxen + Sumatriptan should be taken with food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better 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 your doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include nausea, heartburn, chest discomfort, dry mouth, weakness, muscle stiffness, drowsiness, numbness of extremities, and irregular heartbeats. 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 Naproxen + Sumatriptan 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.

• Treatment of Migraine

Treatment of Migraine
Migraine is a type of headache that causes severe throbbing pain on one side of the head. The pain is due to widening of blood vessels in the head.
Naproxen + Sumatriptan gives you relief from migraine. It narrows the blood vessels in the head and blocks the release of certain chemicals in the brain that causes pain. By reducing the frequency of headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as it can cause side-effects.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Somatran N

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Heartburn
• Chest discomfort
• Dryness in mouth
• Weakness
• Muscle stiffness
• Drowsiness
• Numbness of extremity
• Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
• Feeling hot

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Naproxen + Sumatriptan is to be taken with food.

Naproxen + Sumatriptan 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.

• You have been prescribed Naproxen + Sumatriptan 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 Naproxen + Sumatriptan affects you.

• Notify your doctor if your migraine occurs more often than before you started using Naproxen + Sumatriptan.

• Inform your doctor if you have stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, headache and/or worsening high blood pressure while taking Naproxen + Sumatriptan.

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