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What Is Imitrex And What Are It's Effects On The Body?
- Imitrex Oral Precautions and Side Effects
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
Pronounced: (sue-muh-TRIP-tan)
Side Effects
Flushing, sensations of tingling/numbness/prickling/heat, weakness, drowsiness, or dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
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Imitrex for Migraine, MOH, and Stress?
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06/18/07 #4: Imitrex and Effexor? Diarrhea?
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05/12/08 #3: Using Imitrex 2-3 days every other week?
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Clinical trial: Imitrex/naproxen combo med's effects on migrai...
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Clinical trial: Effectiveness of Imitrex and Aleve to treat mi...
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Study: Aspirin as effective as Imitrex for migraines
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