You are recommended to only take sumatriptan when required and not to use it too often. Taking the medication too frequently can lead to ‘medication overuse headaches’ which is where medication intended to improve migraines and headache actually makes them worse.
Sumatriptan should work within 30-60 minutes.
No, Sumatriptan isn’t a normal pain reliever. It is only effective for migraine pain and should not be taken for normal headaches.
Sumatriptan belongs to a family of medicines called triptans or serotonin agonists. Sumatriptan takes action on serotonin or 5HT receptors located on the blood vessels in the brain. When working on these receptors they narrow which can help to ease symptoms of a migraine.
Yes, Fluticasone is a steroid or corticosteroid. These are not the same as anabolic steroids, corticosteroids naturally occur within the human body.
The mechanism of action for Fluticasone is by mimicking a hormone in the human body in order to reduce inflammation, swelling and mucus in the nose. Fluticasone is prescribed to people who suffer from allergies, nasal polyps, allergenic rhinitis and hay fever.
The branded name for fluticasone is Flixonase, Avamys, Nasofan.
Symptoms are somewhat common in 1 in 100 people. These symptoms include:
- A dry nose
- Soreness around the nose
- Nosebleeds
- An unpleasant taste or smell
- Headaches
- A dry or hoarse throat.
You will begin to feel the beneficial effects of Fluticasone after 12 hours. However, you will feel the full effects of this after a few days of consistent use.
Yes, Fluticasone is a steroid or corticosteroid. These are not the same as anabolic steroids, corticosteroids naturally occur within the human body.