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Sandomigran DS Information

Sandomigran DS (Pizotifen) is prescribed for the prevention of migraine. When Sandomigran is taken regularly it can help to reduce the frequency or severity of migraine. Sandomigran is not intended for the treatment of acute migraines or to stop migraine attacks once they have started. It is not known exactly how this medication works, but it is thought to affect chemicals, called neurotransmitters, in the brain. It may take up to 4 weeks for the medication to have its maximum effect.

Sandomigran DS Side Effects

The most common side effects of Sandomigran DS may include increased appetite; weight gain; drowsiness; nausea; dry mouth; fatigue and dizziness; constipation; skin irritation; insomnia; anxiety; muscle and joint pain; muscle cramps; delayed menstrual period; breast changes (pain, enlargement, secretion). Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Aggressive behaviour or agitation in children;
• Convulsions (seizures) or hallucination;
• Hallucinations;
• Low blood pressure;
• Partial or complete loss of vision;
• Persistent sad mood;
• Sensation of tingling and/or pricking;
• Seizures;
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)

Sandomigran DS Precautions

Do not use Sandomigran DS if you are allergic to Pizotifen or to any other ingredients in this medication or if you take a monoamine oxidase inhibitor for treatment of depression (e.g.: Nardil, Parnate, Zynoxam); have a problem with food passing out of the stomach either from a complete or partial obstruction; have an ulcer; have intolerance to the sugar of milk products (or lactose); are less than 12 years old. Before you start taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have raised pressure in your eyes (glaucoma); have difficulty urinating; have a kidney or liver disease; have diabetes or heart disease; have a history of seizure/epilepsy (convulsions); are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or you become pregnant while taking this medication; are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed; have intolerance of sugar or lactose. Sandomigran may impair the mental and/or physical abilities required for performance of potentially hazardous task such as driving a car or operating machinery. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, such tasks should be avoided. Avoid alcoholic beverages or taking medications that can cause drowsiness (including sleeping pills, cold syrup, antidepressants etc.) while taking Sandomigran as they can increase the effect of drowsiness and dizziness. Take this medication as directed by your doctor. Do not stop Sandomigran or Sandomigran DS without advice by your physician. Sudden stoppage of this drug may cause acute withdrawal reactions. Symptoms may include depression, tremor, nausea, anxiety, and/or sleep disorder etc. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Sandomigran DS and other medications.

Do I need a prescription to order Sandomigran DS?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Sandomigran DS.