Migraine Treatment Injections

What Are Migraine Treatment Injections?

Migraine Treatment Injections contain the active ingredient, a medicine used to treat migraine. The injection is supplied as a pre-filled cartridge syringe used with the injection device.

Can I Use Migraine Treatment Injections?

Migraine Treatment Injections may be suitable for adults who experience migraine. They are usually used when symptoms have started and can help relieve headache pain and associated symptoms.

How Do Migraine Treatment Injections Work?

Migraine symptoms may be caused by the temporary widening of blood vessels in the head. Migraine Treatment Injections are believed to reduce the widening of these blood vessels. It helps to take away the headache and relieve other symptoms such as nausea or vomiting and sensitivity to light and sound.

How To Use Migraine Treatment Injections

Use Migraine Treatment Injections at the first sign of a migraine.

• Each Migraine Treatment Injections pack contains a cartridge pack.
• Each cartridge pack contains two pre-filled syringes.
• Use a single pre-filled injection under the skin (subcutaneous injection).
• If symptoms return, a second injection can be used after at least 1 hour.
• Do not use more than two injections in 24 hours.

Please read the information leaflet in the pack for more information about how to administer the injection.

Important: Needles and syringes can be hazardous. Ensure you dispose of them safely and hygienically. With your first order, The Independent Pharmacy will include a sharps bin for disposal.

Ingredients

For the most up-to-date list of ingredients, please check the Patient Information Leaflet inside the box.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Migraine Treatment Injections may cause side effects.

Side effects may include:

• Temporary pain at the site of the injection.
• Stinging, burning, redness, swelling or bruising at the site of the injection.
• Nausea or vomiting, although these symptoms can be due to the migraine itself.
• Tiredness or drowsiness.
• Dizziness, feeling weak or hot flushes.
• Temporary increase in blood pressure.
• Shortness of breath.
• Aching muscles.

You may also experience pain, heaviness, pressure or tightness in the chest, throat or other parts of the body, or unusual sensations, including numbness, tingling and warmth or cold. These effects may be intense but pass quickly.

If these feelings continue or get more severe, you must get medical help immediately.

Warnings

Please read the following warnings carefully before use.

Do not use Migraine Treatment Injections if:

• You’re allergic to the active ingredient
• You have a heart problem
• You have circulation problems in your legs
• You’ve had a stroke or mini stroke
• You have high blood pressure
• You have serious liver disease
• You’re using other migraine medications
• You’re using antidepressants including, MAOIs, SSRIs, SNRIs
• You’re under 18 years old

For all warnings and side effects, please see the Patient Information Leaflet.