Imitrex

Active Ingredient(s): Sumatriptan
FDA Approved: * December 28, 1992
Pharm Company: * GLAXOSMITHKLINE
Category: Migraine / Tension Headache

Sumatriptan, sold under the brand name Imitrex among others, is a medication used to treat migraine headaches and cluster headaches.[1] It is taken by mouth, in the nose, or by injection under the skin.[2] Effects generally occur within three hours.[2] Common side effects include chest pressure, fatigue, vomiting, tingling, and the feeling that the world is spinning.[2] Serious side effects may include serotonin syndrome, heart a... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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Dosage List

Imitrex 6 mg/.5ml Subcutaneous Injection
NDC: 0173-0449
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 6 mg/.5ml Subcutaneous Injection
NDC: 0173-0478
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 6 mg/.5ml Subcutaneous Injection
NDC: 0173-0479
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 20 mg/1 Nasal Spray
NDC: 0173-0523
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 5 mg/1 Nasal Spray
NDC: 0173-0524
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 25 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0173-0735
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 50 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0173-0736
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 100 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0173-0737
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 4 mg/.5ml Subcutaneous Injection
NDC: 0173-0739
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline LLC
Imitrex 20 mg Nasal Spray
NDC: 12064-013
Labeler:
Glaxosmithkline Manufacturing Spa

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