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(Message started by: TimJohnson on Jul 12^th, 2006, 9:17pm)

Title: Mixing of Triptans
Post by TimJohnson on Jul 12^th, 2006, 9:17pm

Can someone explain mixing of triptans. I have read where this is not recommended. For example, I took Maxalt and it had no effect. I waited the recommended 2 hours. Is ok to take an inejection at that point?

Title: Re: Mixing of Triptans
Post by E-Double on Jul 12^th, 2006, 9:23pm

It is recommended not to mix within 24 hours

You risk having a cardiac event

Title: Re: Mixing of Triptans
Post by frizzle on Jul 12^th, 2006, 9:24pm

Maxalt never did anything for me but I did like the fact that the tablet I had was quick dissolve (I have issues taking pills anyhow)

I'm not sure about mixing the Maxalt with Imitrex, which I'm assuming is the injection you are talking about.
Hope someone else can help

Title: Re: Mixing of Triptans
Post by JeffB on Jul 13^th, 2006, 7:04pm

I was given both meds that were mentioned. When the maxalt didn't work I waited a while, not 2 hours, then took an injection.
My Doc was pretty pissed but I hate pain.

Title: Re: Mixing of Triptans
Post by Karla on Jul 16^th, 2006, 6:37pm

imitrex, zomig, axert, relpax, frova, amerge are all considered triptans and are in the same family class. For example If you take Imitrex and it does or doesn't work you can take more imitrex latter in the day but you can not take any other triptan for at least 24 hours. It can cause stroke or heart attack. It is a serious no no to do. Please be careful. I hope I explained this well enough. Any other questions feel free to pm me.

Title: Re: Mixing of Triptans
Post by Summerbabe on Jul 17^th, 2006, 10:06pm

:o Hi there please DO NOT MIX TRIPTANS !! You could have a heart attack in a snap!!! :o I know how desperation sets in [smiley=huh.gif] ,believe me we all do here , try other methods yes but never mix meds you arent sure of, ESPECIALLY TRIPTANS. Tell your doc trex shot works and o2 ,you need o2...goood luck and be careful...Summer 8)