Comments on: Easy injections and needle-free injections

By: Highlights from the last 3 Months (January 2010 edition)

Highlights from the last 3 Months (January 2010 edition) — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:13:15 +0000

[...] Easy injections and needle-free injections So what’s all this about doing without those needles? [...]

By: James

James — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:42:02 +0000

Thanks for sharing your experiences, Diana Lee, Laura and Aurora. It’s interesting that you notice such a difference, Laura, between the nasal spray and StatDose – but a good reminder that “little” differences can matter.

All triptans, and all variations, are not created equal!

By: Aurora

Aurora — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:24:00 +0000

Uh-oh, I’m out of injections, needle or needle-free. Had the very rare side effects like Raynaud’s phenomenon, seizures and tremors and the walls seemed like a checkerboard. I went into detox for 10 days and had all of the classic withdrawal symptoms; had a headache during those 10 days and a humongous attack 2 days ago. I finally took my abortive medicine and it worked as it should! The next day I was bubbly and active. But it didn’t last, so I’m back in my dark room again—at least with a mild attack—and can make dinner or clean house. That’s all I wish for, to do something else that being sick.
P:S: I am still taking the magnesium tablets, James. Be safe.

By: Laura

Laura — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:35:11 +0000

I wonder how different the needle-free version is?

I occasionally use Imitrex StatDose, but it has a major downside—within 30 seconds of being injected, I get a huge wave of nausea and vomit until my stomach is empty (and beyond). Right now, Imitrex Nasal Spray is way better for a non-oral abortive med for me, even if it’s not quite as effective as the injection.

By: Diana Lee

Diana Lee — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:21:55 +0000

This is an important issue! I’m so glad you are talking about it, James. I know the idea of giving oneself a shot is intimidating, but the Imitrex StatDose is now available in generic and while painful, is a wonderful option for the episodic migraineur. No need to worry about keeping medication down or waiting for it to be processed by the body.