Sumatriptan User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• KAW...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 30, 2022

Sumatriptan for Migraine "Suffered terrible migraines since late teens. Started on Imitrex in 2000, over 22 years now, and it is the only medication that has worked. Usually knocks migraine out within an hour, even when it is a severe one. I don’t know how I would cope without it. I’d be stuck in bed for two days before I discovered this miracle pill. I don’t have side effects from it either. It changed my life, truly. I still get migraines constantly, usually in the mornings, but at least I can take a pill and get on with my day."

• Str...
• June 14, 2016

Sumatriptan for Cluster Headaches "I've suffered from cluster headaches since I was 14 years old. I'm 35 now. My last headache was in 2013, shortly after my mother passed. I thought I had outgrown the headaches, but in May of 2016, here I go again, going into my second month of having them every day. I've tried Imitrex, you name it. Sometimes painkillers work, sometimes they don't, but like many other cluster headache sufferers, I've been through hell. I don't know what to do. I'm a truck driver, and it makes it hard to do my job even after the headaches have gone. I just wanted to share my experience."

• EAW...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 2, 2022

For Migraine "I took sumatriptan in the past for migraines and always considered it my lifesaver. It stops my migraines right in their tracks. But I recently switched doctors, and when she was prescribing me my sumatriptan, she put me on 100 mg rather than the smaller dose I was on before. I'm 5'5", 150 lbs, and I am currently experiencing bad side effects: tight jaw and neck, panic and anxiety, altered state of mind, nausea, and an overall feeling of unwellness. I would not recommend such a high dose. Stick with 50 mg. This is awful. I'm just thankful I have an antianxiety medication on hand because otherwise, I'd be in a real state of panic. Use with caution."

• Mic...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 29, 2023

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I've had one experience with Imitrex. I was living in the Midwest near an AFB hospital (in the mid to late 1990s). My mother and I came down with migraines the same evening. By the third night, we both had tried everything that we had been prescribed, and the migraines were just getting worse, but it was the '90s, and migraine medication besides pain meds was in its infancy. I was in the best condition, so I drove the short distance to the base hospital, and within an hour, we both found ourselves participants in a drug trial for Imitrex with the promise that if it didn't work, we'd get 'something stronger.' Soon, we were both having chest pains and heart palpitations, and I couldn't catch my breath. Why? We both have heart valve issues that we didn't know about. We were on heart monitors for hours afterward, but we did get 'something stronger' to cut the pain. I know people who swear by Imitrex, but please take your first dose at a hospital or doctor's office! It has interactions that can be quite serious."

• Kri...
• May 5, 2015

For Migraine "This medication has changed my life. I have had migraines since I was age 17. My son lost a lot of time and attention from me because I used to be debilitated from early morning until about 7 pm. Only when my doctor prescribed Sumatriptan for me about 6 years ago, I got back quality of life. I thank from the bottom of my heart whoever invented this medication. Thankfully, in the UK we have the National Health Service, which means I don't have to pay for the medication. I probably would find it hard to afford otherwise. I worry about all the people around the world who suffer from migraines and do not have access to Sumatriptan. Forget all the wealth. Health is the true wealth for me. Thank you, Sumatriptan."

• Anonymous
• March 18, 2009

Sumatriptan for Migraine "Imitrex does the trick of getting rid of my migraine every time, but the side effects are a little rough. I feel as though my neck and chest are tightening and achy, but if I go to sleep about 10 minutes after taking Imitrex. I miss the side effects happening to me, and just wake up feeling better."

• Dre...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 6, 2016

Sumatriptan for Migraine "Imitrex works well to rid me of my migraines a few hours after I have taken it, but the side effects for me are pretty bad. It makes me feel really weird, and it seems like my whole body is achy and my muscles are burning. Of course, the side effects that I get from this medicine are nothing compared to a full-blown migraine, hence why I've been taking it all these years. I will be talking with my doctor at my next visit, though, about switching medicines because I'm sick of feeling like crap after taking it."

• Fre...
• September 22, 2016

For Migraine "I have had diagnosed migraines for about 16 years, have tried many different doctors and medications. I just couldn't believe a pain horrible enough to cause vomiting and wanting to stop living was randomly diagnosed as 'migraine'. No known cause or cure! Headaches put me down for two solid days and were sometimes twice per week. No life!!! I was prescribed Sumatriptan 100 mg tablets and OMG, miraculous!!! Take one at the onset of headache and it's gone in around 20 minutes. Tightness in shoulders, chest quickly passes. My life has been changed by this medication, I am so thankful!!! I have no other side effects, alert and able to go about my life/job. YAAAYYYY!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 10, 2016

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I suffered from migraines since I was 10 and am now 38. Mine are triggered by stress and monthly hormone fluctuations. I first tried Imitrex when I was 21, and it made me so dizzy I couldn't stand. Recently, I tried it again when I was having a migraine at work, and it was so bad I went to the emergency room, afraid I was having a stroke. I used to take OTC meds and isolate myself in a dark, quiet room. My migraines kept me from enjoying important events with my children. This drug has been life-changing. I have experienced some sleepiness as a side effect, but nothing that makes me non-functional."

• She...
• March 19, 2012

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I have suffered from migraines for 32 years, the older I am, the worse they become. I have both the Imitrex pills and the shots. When I am nauseated, I must use the shot. Approximately 1 minute after injection, the intense burning in my head and the amplified headache are the worst side effects, however, NOTHING compared to the migraine. Usually, the migraine is gone in 15 to 30 minutes, and I sleep it off. There is also the 12 to 24-hour Imitrex hangover from the shot. Muscles feel as though they are made of jelly, an overall wiped-out feeling. The pill does not have the burning effect for me, and it takes the full 30 minutes to combat the migraine. Imitrex is the only medicine that has worked for me consistently over the years. I become immune to all other medicines."

• Ale...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2019

For Migraine "The worst experience ever. I had a bad migraine, took sumatriptan as prescribed by my doctor. I had the worst side effects: I had a stiff neck, pain all over my body, shortness of breath, my chest felt tight. It took my migraine away, but was it all worth the pain I got from taking this pill? Nope, never again - I will stick to Excedrin."

• joa...
• August 25, 2015

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I have been getting migraines off and on since around the age of 16 and am now 25. Most of my migraines are due to my allergies during the spring/summer. But they seem to be even worse during the colder months. This medication works wonders for me. The only thing I seem to notice is a bit of dizziness after the medicine wears off. But I would much rather have a little dizziness rather than being bedridden, light/sound sensitivity, migraine, and nausea/vomiting."

• Cor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 6, 2019

For Migraine "Prescribed this because I have an allergy to another type of pain medicine. Took one 50 mg, worst experience ever! I had hot flashes with sweat, my face and nose felt like they were burning, aching body. I felt high and not in a good way. Trapped at work, scared to even drive. Migraine is still here with the side effects. Should have done homework first before trusting this was just another pain med. NEVER AGAIN!"

• Lol...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 7, 2016

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I have suffered from migraines for 32 years. Have taken several medications and combinations of said meds prescribed by my physician to combine. This past year has been a mild one as far as migraines for me, but have had around 13, I guess, and we tried Imitrex. I can say that it has worked for me. My migraines are triggered by the changes in barometric pressure due to weather, so I almost always have them in spring and autumn."

• Mol...
• May 18, 2017

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I took Maxalt for years, it knocked me out completely. Horrible. If you have a job. I started taking Imitrex, and in 15 minutes, my migraine disappeared! Amazing! I didn't get any of the side effects that everyone talks about. I was fine! And it didn't bother my stomach either!"

• Nan...
• June 29, 2017

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I was having my follow-up appointment with my neurologist, and she gave me a sample of this because the oral tablets were not working and the nasal solution was taking a while to work for me. This was my miracle drug for me. One evening, I felt my migraine coming on, and I tried my sample pack. I was very nervous about blowing something up my nostril, but this wasn't bad at all, and within 5 minutes, I could feel my headache start to calm down. I did not have to go into my dark room. I am really impressed, and you don't taste the medication going down your throat as much as you do with the solution. Thank you."

• Lau...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 23, 2018

For Migraine "This medication has been an absolute lifesaver for me. I've not experienced any side effects from using it. It takes an hour to kick in but works amazingly. I cannot recommend it enough. I have been using the medication for 10 years and suffer from migraines a few times per month."

• AMa...
• May 4, 2015

Sumatriptan for Migraine "I won't lie, it hurts like being snapped with a wet towel tail, but not as much as my light-sensitive migraines do. My daughter also suffers from migraines, and she's a big baby about pain but will take a dose. Before this, my migraines would ruin my day. I would have to lay in the dark with a bucket and suffer, praying I could keep my oral medication down. Now I DosePro, lay down for 30 minutes, and I am back to normal. It literally has changed my life, anyone who suffers from migraines knows the feeling of a migraine building, knowing that pain is coming and trying to head it off with oral meds and then failing to stop it. The endless hours of horrific pain. Luckily, my insurance covers it, but I'd buy it whatever the cost."

• Lau...
• July 27, 2019

For Migraine "Have been taking this sumatriptan migraine medication for about 15 years, and it’s an absolute lifesaver for me. It’s the only tablet I’ve tried that works, and I don’t experience any side effects. Would definitely recommend trying it if you’re a migraine sufferer."

• Lle...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 22, 2019

For Migraine "Everyone is different. I react badly to many drugs, but sumatriptan- to my total surprise- has so far helped with my migraines with very few side effects. The pain doesn't respond to anything else. I've tried aspirin, paracetamol, ibuprofen, and even tramadol. I've tried running, singing, rehydration salts, hot packs, cold packs, nasal sprays, and I don't know what else. When the migraines got to the point that I couldn't sleep them off- they are actually worse now after sleep- I asked the doc for help, and she prescribed sumatriptan 50 mg, and it's like a miracle drug. The pain goes away after about an hour. I feel a bit manic and a bit dizzy after taking it, but I feel dizzy and angry with the migraines anyway, so that's a side effect I'm okay with at the moment. Note I've only been using it for a couple of months and plan for this to be temporary while I investigate whether lifestyle changes will help me manage my headaches without drugs."

• Aqu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2017

For Cluster Headaches "I've had cluster headaches for about 14 years now and haven't found any helpful meds until now. Sumatriptan has been extremely helpful for me this cluster period. I use the tablets, so it takes about 30 minutes to feel the effects. I take it as soon as I start to feel tension in the head and neck, with the slight onset of a headache. By the time it starts to work, the attack is almost in full force, but once it kicks in, the pain immediately subsides and begins to quickly go away. It saves me at least a good hour of the intense, tortuous pain - which also saves me a lot of the side effects of the attacks, such as nausea and fatigue. I've found little to no side effects along with the drug, so I'm almost immediately able to function afterwards."

• NaN...
• December 1, 2016

Sumatriptan for Migraine "Been having headaches all of the sudden, the entire month of November. Bad headaches! Was actually scared to take Imitrex because of side effects, but finally took it after 2 days of agony, and it worked!! So happy this worked for me."

• amf...
• October 28, 2010

For Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome "I take sumatriptan for the onset of my migraines and nausea that come along with my CVS. On bad days, they help a lot. The only thing is I usually have to take more than one dose, and the medication is expensive even with insurance."

• Zon...
• March 31, 2008

Sumatriptan for Cluster Headaches "Imitrex is a wonderful drug for us cluster heads. I've not been without one on or about my person for the past 17 years. I'm sure that all of us cluster sufferers only wish that they would work a lot faster (like the injections), but I am so thankful for them in any form. A real 'life saver.'"

• Anonymous
• January 25, 2010

Sumatriptan for Cluster Headaches "I consider Imitrex to be the greatest medicine in the world, at least as far as my health is concerned. I am never without the auto injector. When a chronic headache comes on, I inject myself, and 3 to 4 minutes later ... no pain. My muscles are fatigued, and I'm somewhat tired for about 30 minutes, but NO PAIN! ... Yes!"