Comparing Nurtec ODT vs Sumatriptan
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Prescribed for Migraine. Nurtec ODT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Sumatriptan may be used to quickly relieve the symptoms of a migraine but may not be suitable for everyone including those with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions. Prescribed for Cluster... View more |
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Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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5.3
For Migraine: I currently take 3 other medications plus 2 triptans that I can alternate between as the "onset" dose to try and relieve my migraine symptoms. Yesterday I received my prescription of nurtec and took my first dose of it right away since I had taken a triptan the night before and it hadn't helped yet. I didn't have much relief at all with that dose. It may be because it wasn't technically taken at the onset of that migraine. I'm not sure. I ended up sleeping most of the day today.( Its now 630 pm and I've been "awake" for a little over an hour) I had no migraine upon waking up but shortly after I did notice I was beginning to have a migraine. I did take another dose of nurtec. And I can say, I'm feeling no symptoms in less than an hour after taking it. Fingers crossed that this med will be the one to work. With having 2 different experiences, I'll make sure to come back and update my review or leave another after I've finished this first pack |
7.8
For Migraine: I get monthly hormonal migraines (during my period), and sometimes one in the middle of the cycle. They are really, really bad. Before Sumatriptan I had to stay in bed all day, snacking on Tylenol like candy (without much effect). Sumatriptan does work. The key is to take it as early as possible. Just when you feel the first tingles of pain - take it. Usually in 30-40 minutes I am pain free. It does come with pretty nasty side effects. For me it's extreme weakness, very heavy feeling arms and legs, low blood pressure and general feel of being unwell. So even after taking it, I have to take it easy - just stay comfortable, watch a movie, read a book, and stay in bed. I usually feel so weak, I can barely walk. But it sure as anything beats being in such a severe pain that you consider calling an ambulance. For Migraine: After suffering from constant pounding headaches for the last two weeks this medication was a god send! I was finally diagnosed with migraines after years of headaches. I had heard some worrying things about the associated side effects but the worst it got for me was worsening of neck and shoulder pain which was there anyway . The headache was relieved in an hour, best I have felt in two weeks! Woken up today, headache free and neck is fine! For all you out there struggling, it’s worth a try, don’t scare yourself with potential side effects, let’s be honest you can get side effects from taking simple pain killers! |
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Side Effects |
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See the full Nurtec ODT side effects document. |
Commonly reported side effects include: dizziness, injection site reaction, vertigo, nausea and vomiting, flushing sensation, tingling sensation, and unpleasant taste. See the full sumatriptan side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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View all Nurtec ODT prices |
View all sumatriptan prices |
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Generic Availability |
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No |
Yes (this medicine) |
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Brand Names |
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Imitrex, Imitrex Nasal, Imitrex Statdose, Onzetra Xsail, Tosymra, Zembrace SymTouch | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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11 hours |
6 hours |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Summary unavailable. See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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N/A |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 117 drugs are known to interact with Nurtec ODT:
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A total of 71 drugs are known to interact with sumatriptan:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions |
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No known disease interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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First Approval Date |
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February 27, 2020 |
January 28, 2016 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
For Migraine: My migraines are strictly hormonal. I get migraines every day for one week straight during my time of the month. I take sumatriptan injections when they’re unbearable and that works great, it just knocks me out and I can’t really function all too well. I was excited to try Nurtec because it’s not supposed to make you drowsy, and it doesn’t. It just didn’t work for me. I will say however, if I take it early enough - it keeps my migraine at bay (after 1-2 hours) but it doesn’t take it away completely like the sumatriptan injection does. Unfortunately, the Nurtec barely did a thing for my full blown migraines. I’ll stick with my injections. It’s not fun sticking my thigh but at least I get relief in just 10 minutes.