Imitrex Nasal Spray and Loxapine Succinate
Determining the interaction of Imitrex Nasal Spray and Loxapine Succinate and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using loxapine together with SUMAtriptan may cause an increase in side effects. Contact your doctor if you experience rigidity, muscle spasms, or uncontrolled movements. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:MONITOR: One case report has suggested that sumatriptan may increase the risk of dystonic reactions in patients receiving loxapine.
MANAGEMENT: If sumatriptan and loxapine must be used together, close observation for evidence of extrapyramidal effects is recommended. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience symptoms such as rigidity, muscle spasms, or uncontrolled movements.
- Garcia G, Kaufman MB, Colucci RD "Dystonic reaction associated with sumatriptan." Ann Pharmacother 28 (1994): 1199
Generic Name: sumatriptan
Brand name: Imitrex, Imitrex STATdose, SUMAtriptan Succinate Syringe, Sumavel DosePro, Zembrace SymTouch, Alsuma, Imitrex Statdose Refill, ONZETRA Xsail, Imitrex<, Tosymra, Zecuity
Synonyms: Sumatriptan (injection), SUMAtriptan
Generic Name: loxapine
Brand name: Loxitane, Adasuve
Synonyms: Loxapine
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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