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Brand Names: Treximet

Generic Name: sumatriptan and naproxen (Pronunciation: soo ma TRIP tan and na PROX en)

• What is sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?
• What are the possible side effects of sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?
• What is the most important information I should know about sumatriptan and naproxen
• What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?
• How should I take sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Treximet)?
• What happens if I overdose (Treximet)?
• What should I avoid while taking sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?
• What other drugs will affect sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?

Sumatriptan is a headache medicine. It is believed to work by narrowing the blood vessels around the brain.

Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). Naproxen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

The combination of sumatriptan and naproxen is used to treat migraine headaches.

Sumatriptan and naproxen will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.

Sumatriptan and naproxen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of sumatriptan and naproxen (Treximet)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: runny or stuffy nose; hives; wheezing or trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you a serious side effect such as:

• chest pain or pressure, tight feeling in your neck or jaw, pain spreading to your arm or shoulder;
• sudden numbness or weakness, confusion, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
• bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
• nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
• swelling or rapid weight gain, urinating less than usual or not at all;
• pale skin, weakness, easy bruising, flu symptoms;
• numbness, tingling, pale or blue-colored appearance in your fingers or toes;
• severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
• seizure (convulsions); or
• (if you are also taking an antidepressant) -- agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination, fainting.

Less serious side effects may include:

• dizziness, drowsiness;
• constipation, upset stomach, dry mouth;
• warmth or tingly feeling, redness in your face;
• tight muscles; or
• mild pressure or heavy feeling in any part of your body.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about sumatriptan and naproxen

Do not take more than 2 sumatriptan and naproxen tablets in 24 hours.

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to sumatriptan (Imitrex) or naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn), or if you have a history of asthma or allergic reaction caused by aspirin or other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Do not take if you have liver disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or a history of heart disease, angina (chest pain), blood circulation problems, heart attack, stroke, or heart bypass surgery.

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