Sumatriptan for Migraine User Reviews (Page 5)

• AMa...
• May 4, 2015

Sumatriptan "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."

• She...
• March 19, 2012

Sumatriptan "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

"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 "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

"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!"

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

Sumatriptan "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."

• Lau...
• July 27, 2019

"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

"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."

• Mol...
• May 18, 2017

Sumatriptan "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!"

• Joa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 25, 2021

"I was prescribed this type of sumatriptan succinate 50 mg by Dr. Reddy Pharmaceuticals company. I felt like I was poisoned. I was throwing up, jaw tight and hurt, heart racing, I was sweating, feeling nausea. It was a horrible feeling. I have had sumatriptan before, and I have never had such a reaction."

• NaN...
• December 1, 2016

Sumatriptan "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."

• Mik...
• December 26, 2018

"Migraines impacted school and work, and honestly I felt hopeless when experiencing them. I would see things that made me scared, feel intense tingling sensations, and nausea. My triggers are so far: dairy, caffeine, neck stiffness, dehydration. When I do get a migraine, I only take 1/3 to 1/4 of the pill. I'm petite frame and sensitive, and taking the full pill knocked me on the floor useless for about 5 hours (feeling very heavy and high/out of it). Side effects I notice are: drowsy, slow, heavy, numbness in throat, sensitivity to hot water, which is mostly noticeable for about 2 hours. Ideally, I will take one when I am able to either nap or go to bed for the night, and I wake up feeling great. If I take one during the day, I will absolutely avoid driving or operating any machinery (at work)."

• Mig...
• August 19, 2010

Sumatriptan "The doctor gave me a sample and a prescription of this to try. I have used Treximet with great results, but it took too long for the medicine to get into my system to counter the migraine. The Sumavel works GREAT, HOWEVER, it does hurt. The initial injection is painful. I was left with a welt and a tender spot for hours afterwards. The injection pain is well worth the relief. I do get the burning sensation at the bottom of my brain stem 30 seconds after the injection and feel very weak. This is all normal as I got the same feeling when I started Treximet. Luckily, my insurance company covers it."

• Nas...
• August 21, 2017

"I am 42 years old. I started having migraines at age 36, so 6 years now. About 2 to 3 a week. These migraines changed my life completely for the worse! Sometimes they were so bad I would have rather died! All of a sudden, I couldn't work. I quit my job at age 36. Spent 1.5 years trying 7 or 8 different medicines and other remedies to get rid of or control my migraines, and nothing worked for me until I tried 100 mg sumatriptan. To keep my point short, 100 mg sumatriptan has been a miracle drug for me. I just have to make sure I take it immediately when I feel a migraine coming and take it with food - timing is everything with this drug! Take it too early, it won't work, and too late then it will take longer to work."

• Mot...
• December 11, 2015

Sumatriptan "Helpless migraine victim for 20 years. My doctor recommended Imitrex, so I took it. I took one 100 mg, it tasted horrible. I had an upset stomach for almost 4 hours. I did get a heartburn feeling in my chest, hot flash, mood swings, but my migraine disappeared. I will speak to my neurologist regarding my side effects. I would consider using Imitrex again in the future."

• 3fr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2019

"Having used paracetamol, then Migraleve with codeine - these sumatriptan just didn't relieve the 8-day constant and intensified migraine pain I was experiencing. On my second visit to the doctor's in one week, I was upgraded to stronger prescription meds of triptans and naproxen. Within 4 hours, the pain and misery disappeared. The pain was 9/10 and now 2/10, so I just wished the first Dr. had recommended this then, so I didn't have to go through agony for 4 more days, but hey, I guess no one knows what strength is needed without going through the motions."

• Anonymous
• June 12, 2009

Sumatriptan "I'm a 3-4 migraines per week person. When I first tried Imitrex, I thought I had found my own personal miracle. Even on days that I didn't have a full-blown migraine, I would still have pain, and this was the first time I felt completely pain-free in years. Unfortunately, the honeymoon wore off after about 8 months. I used Imitrex quite frequently during that time and had wonderful results, even though sometimes I had to take two pills to really do the job. But after eight months, two pills weren't doing the job, my headache was still lingering."

• KKa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 3, 2019

Sumatriptan "I was just recently prescribed Imitrex. It only works for a few hours for me, then the migraine is back and usually worse. Kind of like a rebound. I've only taken four doses. The chest pain it is causing makes me feel like I’ve been kicked in the chest. Not the best for chronic migraine."

• iCl...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 24, 2019

"I never had a migraine until the onset of menopause. I'm 55 years old and BOOM, I now get 15-18 migraine headaches per month. My doctor prescribed the 100 mg Sumatriptan pills (which I cut in half) since half a pill seems to knock out the migraine. But after being on this medication for a year, I am now experiencing terrible side effects. I'm surprised it took a year for side effects to appear. The worst feeling is how my throat and neck feel...as if someone is slightly choking me with their hands. My neck is stiff, and I have to pee every half hour, and I get these hot flashes (maybe due to the menopause). What really has me baffled is I haven't taken any Sumatriptan in 4 days, and I'm still feeling the same side effects...How long are they supposed to last?"

• Anonymous
• March 11, 2008

Sumatriptan "I'm 3.5 months pregnant and had been suffering from the worst migraine I'd ever experienced for 2 days. I finally went to urgent care as instructed by my OB. They gave me an injection of Imitrex. The side effects suck. I felt disoriented and my head felt heavy. I was sweating. After about 20 minutes, the side effects subsided a bit and I was able to go. It is now 2 hours later and I feel 100 times better. My migraine is basically gone. If you can deal with the side effects, it's worth it."

• Pel...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 24, 2017

"I have migraines that are usually triggered by hormonal changes around my menstrual cycle. I have been taking this medication for roughly 10 years now. My migraines become so bad I shake, vomit, and otherwise feel like I am dying. Sumatriptan has been a godsend for me, I take the pill form, and 50 mg is all I usually need. It takes around 45 minutes to an hour to kick in, where I feel I can function again, and I feel completely normal by 2 hours. I request Dr. Ready brand, I have had some brands not work as well. Hence the rating of 9/10 for me due to inconsistent effectiveness with generic brands. It does make me a little lightheaded and whole body fatigued for the first hour, but that is nothing compared to suffering through a migraine!!!"

• Jad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2022

"I mean, it works, but at what cost? I've only taken this medication twice and won't be taking it again. Both times, about half an hour after I took it, I started to get extremely agitated and grumpy at everything, and my migraine worsened tenfold. All of the muscles in my body begin to ache terribly and almost feel like they are pulsating. I also get extremely drowsy - almost delirious. About an hour or two later, the migraine and side effects are gone, but only after going through hours of agony. I don't think it's worth it. I'd rather have a migraine. It's scary!"

• oli...
• December 16, 2013

Sumatriptan "Took my husband to the doctor while suffering a severe migraine with vomiting, which he has suffered from his whole life (1-2 a month to the point of vomiting). After not being able to keep down pills, this was his only hope of relief. Had the first injection at the doctor's office, and within 15 minutes, he had relief and was even able to go into work the same day. I am so happy there is something that cures his pain. He said the shot hurt, but it was worth it. The cost is high, but also worth it when he is in that much pain. We paid $200 with a discount card for 6 injections. You can find the discount card on their website. HIGHLY RECOMMEND when nothing else has helped."

• Man...
• September 21, 2011

Sumatriptan "I have been using Imitrex for over a year now. It works very well for me. I had some trouble with chest pain for a while. My neurologist told me to try 1/4 to 1/2 tablet (25-50 mg). This has worked for me. The headache goes away and all side effects are diminished. I found that the side effects varied depending on the manufacturer. There is something like a 7% variance in dosage (a 100 mg tablet can contain as little as 93 mg or as much as 107 mg of Sumatriptan). Also, some coatings dissolve faster than others, therefore, more severe side effects if the Sumatriptan is absorbed too rapidly."

• Mig...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 22, 2018

Sumatriptan "I took this today when I felt a migraine coming on the left side (eye pain, watery eyes, runny nose, nausea), and within 20 mins the migraine was completely gone. I burped a bit and felt kinda loopy for like 5-10 min then. Bam, gone as if it never happened. Can’t believe I went so long without Imitrex. Missed so much work and fun times due to migraines before."