Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet
Sumatriptan (85mg) + Naproxen (500mg)
by Abbott
strip of 2 tablets
About this medicine
Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of migraine. It relieves the symptoms of migraines and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches. Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet should be taken with food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as your doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly. Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include nausea, heartburn, chest discomfort, dry mouth, weakness, muscle stiffness, drowsiness, numbness of extremities, and irregular heartbeats. However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you. It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet is contraindicated in some heart diseases. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor and stop this medicine if you develop severe chest or stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or significantly high blood pressure, after taking this medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Migraine
Benefits
In treatment of Migraine
Migraine is a type of headache that causes severe throbbing pain on one side of the head. The pain is due to widening of blood vessels in the head. Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet gives you relief from migraine. It narrows the blood vessels in the head and blocks the release of certain chemicals in the brain that causes pain. By reducing the frequency of headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as it can cause side-effects.
How it works
Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Sumatriptan and Naproxen that treat migraine. Sumatriptan is a selective 5HT1-receptor agonist which relieves headache by narrowing the widened blood vessels in the head. Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which blocks the release of certain chemical messengers and decreases general inflammation and pain caused due to migraine.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Heartburn
- Chest discomfort
- Dryness in mouth
- Weakness
- Muscle stiffness
- Drowsiness
- Numbness of extremity
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Feeling hot
Safety advice
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCAUTION
- Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, depressed, sleepy, tired, or make it difficult to sleep. It may also affect your vision. This may affect your driving ability.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCAUTION
- Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Neuro cns
Frequently asked questions
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet can lead to increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of migraine attacks which are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Are there any special instructions regarding the storage and disposal of this medicine?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Can Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet cause sleepiness?
Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet can cause sleepiness, dizziness or drowsiness. If you have these symptoms, do not drive a car, use machinery or do anything where you need to be alert.
Can I stop taking Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet when my migraine symptoms are relieved?
Snapit 85mg/500mg Tablet is used for the treatment of migraine attack and should be continued as advised by the doctor.
What can cause or trigger a migraine attack?
Certain physical or environmental factors, such as foods, hormonal changes, weather and stress can lead to or “trigger” a migraine. However, it is important to remember that triggers are different for everyone. That is why, to help prevent migraine attacks, you need to figure out which triggers affect you and which ones do not. Keeping a headache diary is an effective way to track triggers, and it will help you talk to your healthcare professional about your condition.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Abbott
- Salt composition
- Sumatriptan (85mg) + Naproxen (500mg)
- Pack
- strip of 2 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
Same salt, other brands
Therapeutically equivalent. Ask your doctor or our pharmacist before substituting.
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