Migraitan Migraine Relief Tablets - 2 Tablets

Product Summary

Migraitan tablets provide rapid migraine relief and help alleviate related symptoms such as nausea and sensitivity to light and sound.

Directions

Adults aged 18 to 65:

• Take one tablet as soon as possible at the first signs of a migraine headache.
• If your symptoms start to come back, you can take a second tablet after 2 hours. You must leave at least 2 hours after the first tablet.
• Swallow each tablet whole with water.
• Do not take more than two tablets in 24 hours.
• Do not take more than two tablets for the same attack.
• If the first tablet does not provide any relief, do not take a second tablet.

Ingredients

• Active ingredients: 50mg sumatriptan.
• Other ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Pregelatinised starch, Croscarmellose sodium, Magnesium stearate, Hypromellose, Titanium dioxide E171, Purified talc, Macrogol, Iron oxide red E172, Iron oxide yellow E172

Migraitan contains lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

Warnings or Restrictions

Always read the package leaflet before use.

You must leave at least 2 hours after the first tablet before taking another dose.

Not suitable for children under 18 or adults over 65.

Driving and using machines

Either the symptoms of migraine or your medicine may make you drowsy.

If you are affected, do not drive or operate machinery.

Your pharmacist will have checked the risk factors below to make sure this medicine is right for you:

• if you are a man over 40, or a woman who has passed the menopause
• if you are very overweight
• if you are a regular smoker (more than 10 cigarettes a day)
• if you have diabetes
• if you have high cholesterol
• if you have a close relative who developed early heart disease: either your father or brother developed heart disease before the age of 55, or your mother or sister developed heart disease before the age of 65

If three or more of the points above apply to you, you may be at higher risk of heart disease. In this case, see your doctor without taking Migraitan.

If you are not sure, your pharmacist or doctor can help.

Speak to your doctor:

• if your headaches usually last longer than 24 hours or have become more frequent
• if you generally have four or more migraine attacks each month
• if you do not recover completely in between your migraine attacks
• if you are over 50 and this is your first headache of this type
• if your migraine attacks get worse or become more frequent, or your symptoms change

Also speak to your doctor if your migraine includes symptoms such as:

• weakness on one side of your body
• clumsy and uncoordinated movements
• reduced level of consciousness
• a recent rash with a headache
• double vision
• tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
• seizure (fit) like movements

If any of the points in this list apply to you, and you haven’t already talked to a pharmacist or doctor about them, get their advice before taking Migraitan.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, do not take Migraitan unless you have agreed it with your doctor.

Do not take Migraitan:

• if you are allergic to sumatriptan or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in Section 6 of the information leaflet) or to sulfonamide antibiotics
• unless you suffer from migraines (a doctor or pharmacist needs to confirm this)
• if you are trying to prevent a migraine attack: only take it when your migraine headache begins.
• until you are sure this is a migraine and not just a headache
• if you are under 18 or over 65
• if you have heart problems including heart failure, a previous heart attack, angina (chest pain), or an irregular heartbeat
• if you have had a stroke or a mini-stroke (also called a transient ischaemic attack or TIA)
• if you have high blood pressure or are being treated for it
• if you have kidney or liver disease
• if you have epilepsy or are prone to seizures (fits)
• if you have circulation problems in your legs and have cramp-like pains in your legs when you walk, or if your doctor has told you that you suffer from peripheral vascular disease
• if your doctor diagnosed one of the rare forms of migraine (hemiplegic, basilar or ophthalmoplegic migraine)

Taking other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines.

Some antidepressants and some migraine medicines mean you can’t take Migraitan, such as:

• antidepressants called SSRIs or SNRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors or Serotonin Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitors) for example, citalopram, fluoxetine, paroxetine, fluvoxamine, sertraline, duloxetine and venlafaxine

Using Migraitan® with this group of medicines can make some side effects more likely. If you experience uncontrolled twitching or jerking of the muscles, sweating, and/or changes in mental status such as confusion or agitation after using Migraitan, tell a doctor straight away.

If you are not sure if you are taking an SSRI or SNRI, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

Tricyclic antidepressants such as doxepin and amitriptyline: using Migraitan with this group of medicines may make some side effects more likely. If you are worried, talk to your pharmacist or doctor.

Certain types of contraceptive pill: women with migraines who are taking a combined oral contraceptive pill have a higher risk of stroke.

If you are taking these contraceptive pills and you only recently started to have migraines (in the last 3 months), your migraine symptoms have got worse, or you have migraine with aura (attacks that start with disturbed vision or a change in sensation such as ‘pins and needles’), talk to your doctor.

St John’s Wort (a herbal remedy called hypericum perforatum): using St. John’s Wort with Migraitan® may increase the likelihood of side effects.

If you are worried, talk to your pharmacist or doctor.

Do not take Migraitan with these medicines:

• antidepressants called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), for example, phenelzine, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine. If you take these or if you have taken them in the last two weeks, don’t take Migraitan. If you are taking antidepressants and are not sure what they are, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
• certain other migraine treatments: Do not take Migraitan if you have taken a medicine containing a triptan (including other sumatriptan-containing products, zolmitriptan, rizatriptan, naratriptan) or medicines containing ergotamine or methysergide within the last 24 hours.

After taking Migraitan, you should wait at least 24 hours before taking a medicine containing a triptan (including other sumatriptan-containing products, zolmitriptan, rizatriptan, naratriptan), or at least 6 hours before taking a medicine containing ergotamine or methysergide.

Storage

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• This medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date (EXP.) which is stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
• Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use.
• These measures will help protect the environment

Pharmacist FAQs Answered

Can Migraitan be enhanced through lifestyle modifications?

Yes. Though Migraitan can halt a migraine attack, it will work best when supplemented with good habits. Try your best to maintain proper sleep, balanced food intake, plenty of water, and not missing meals, which can trigger migraines. Reducing screen time, unwinding methods like slow breathing, and avoiding known stimuli (e.g., strong smells, bright lights, or foods such as strong cheese or chocolate) can also be a big assistance. They won't eliminate medication, but they can reduce how often migraines happen and may make Migraitan more effective when you do take it. A headache diary will also help record patterns so that you and your doctor can make better treatment decisions.

Is Migraitan safe to use if I've had the COVID-19 vaccine or am unwell?

Yes, Migraitan is generally safe to use when you've had the COVID-19 vaccine or are recovering from minor illnesses like colds or stomach bugs. But if you're unwell, have a fever or are dehydrated, it's best to wait until you're stable before taking Migraitan. Migraine and illnesses such as infections share symptoms of fatigue and headache that can make diagnosis difficult. Migraitan is not to be taken to treat illness-related headaches. If you are newly vaccinated and are developing new or unusual headache symptoms, always see a doctor first to rule out other etiologies. And if you're on other new drugs while sick or recovering, get your pharmacist to double-check for safety.

How can I tell if I'm developing tolerance to Migraitan?

Migraitan is not typically associated with physical tolerance like some analgesics, but if it appears to be less effective over time, this may indicate medication overuse headache or an altered migraine pattern. Warning signs are needing it more frequently than before, return of migraines immediately after treatment, or a different type of headache. This doesn't necessarily indicate that Migraitan is unsafe, but it does indicate your treatment may need to be changed. Do not increase your dose or take more frequently unless a doctor advises. Your doctor might advise altering treatment or using a prophylactic medicine. Regular checking when you are taking Migraitan and how well it works can detect any problems early on.

How does Migraitan differ from other migraine medicines?

Migraitan contains sumatriptan, which is a class of drug called a triptan. These drugs work differently from painkillers you get without a prescription. Triptans work on particular receptors within the brain to prevent the occurrence of a migraine. Over-the-counter drugs like ibuprofen or paracetamol can help take care of regular pain, but not the prevention of a migraine itself. Certain people also take preventive medications, which are given daily to reduce the frequency at which migraines occur, not to lessen the severity once they have already started. Anti-nausea drugs or even anti-CGRP injections are used in more serious cases. Each drug is unique, and what is right for another person might not be right for you. That is why it is also important to discuss things with a doctor if you need ongoing treatment.

Can Migraitan be used with natural remedies or with supplements?

Some natural remedies and supplements can be used alongside Migraitan, but first, speak with your pharmacist or doctor. For example, magnesium and riboflavin (vitamin B2) are sometimes used to prevent migraines, while peppermint oil or feverfew are common herbal choices. However, natural doesn’t always mean safe—some supplements can interact with medicines or cause side effects. For example, St. John’s Wort may interfere with how Migraitan works or increase side effects. Always let your healthcare provider know what vitamins or herbal products you take. They can check for safety and help you use them correctly for your migraine treatment without risks.