Drug Information

What is Sansert used for?

This medicine is for the prevention or reduction of vascular headaches in patients who have frequent or severe vascular headaches.

When should Sansert not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine you are pregnant or breastfeeding you have circulatory disease of the limbs you have severe hardening of the arteries you have severe high blood pressure you have heart disease you have vein inflammation or cell inflammation of the lower limbs you have disease of the lungs or connective tissues you have impaired liver or kidney function you are in a debilitating condition you have a serious infection

What precautions should I follow when taking Sansert?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you plan on becoming pregnant if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Sansert?

Reserve the use of this medicine for headache prevention in patients whose headaches are frequent, severe, and uncontrollable and who are under close medical supervision.

What are the side effects of Sansert?

Most severe:  Lung problems; seizure; heart problems.

Most common:  Nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; heartburn; stomach pain; sleeplessness; drowsiness; dizziness; exaggerated sense of well-being; clumsiness; lightheadedness; increased sensitivity to pain; swelling of the limbs; weight gain; weakness; joint pain; muscle pain; fever; enlarged eye pupils.

Other: Weakness, pain in muscles and joints, excessive tiredness

How should I take Sansert?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount andperor frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Take this medicine with food. Weight gain while taking this medicine may require a change in diet. After every 6 months of taking this medicine, do not take this medicine for at least 3 to 4 weeks. If after 3 weeks of taking this medicine, no changes or effectiveness have been seen, stop taking this medicine. If you experience the following symptoms, report them to your health care provider and discontinue this medicine: Cold, numb, and painful hands and feet; leg cramps while walking; any type of girdle, flank, or chest pain; shortness of breath. Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use this medicine to treat serious migraine attacks. Do not use this medicine in a child. This medicine may cause drowsiness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring mental alertness, coordination, or physical skill. Regular doctor examinations will be necessary while taking this medicine. Be sure to keep appointments. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your doctor. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than is prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

How should Sansert be stored?

Store below 86 degrees F. Keep in container tightly closed and protect from light.

General Information:

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.