Sunapro Tablet

MRP
₹ 111.5
PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
YES
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
QUANTITY
2 tablets

Introduction To Sunapro Tablet

Sunapro Tablet 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.

Sunapro Tablet 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 Sunapro Tablet 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.

Uses of Sunapro Tablet

  • Treatment of Migraine

Benefits of Sunapro Tablet

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.
Sunapro Tablet 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.

Side effects of Sunapro Tablet

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

How to use Sunapro Tablet

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. Sunapro Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Sunapro Tablet works

Sunapro Tablet 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.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Sunapro Tablet 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 Sunapro Tablet affects you.

  • Notify your doctor if your migraine occurs more often than before you started using Sunapro Tablet.

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

Safety Advice

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Can I take Sunapro Tablet if I’m pregnant?

Sunapro Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Can I take Sunapro Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?

Sunapro Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

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Is drinking alcohol while taking Sunapro Tablet safe?

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sunapro Tablet.

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Can I drive after taking Sunapro Tablet?

Sunapro Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Sunapro Tablet may make you feel dizzy, depressed, sleepy, tired, or make it difficult to sleep. It may also affect your vision. This may affect your driving ability.

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Can I take Sunapro Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?

Sunapro Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sunapro Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Can I take Sunapro Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?

Sunapro Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sunapro Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Sunapro Tablet 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 Sunapro Tablet cause sleepiness?

Sunapro Tablet 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 Sunapro Tablet when my migraine symptoms are relieved?

Sunapro Tablet 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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