How to Treat Migraine Headaches With Stadol Nasal Spray

Migraines can be triggered at any time, day or night. It is difficult to tell how painful they will be and how long they will last. Stadol (butorphal tartrate) is a prescription medication that is available for the treatment of migraine headaches. Stadol is one of the several medications that you can carry with you to stop your migraine pain.

Instructions

Stadol for migraines

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  Discuss your interest in trying Stadol for migraine headaches to your doctor. Stadol is not an over-the-counter medication. This medication is only available with a prescription from your physician.

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  Determine what type of Stadol product is right for you. Stadol is available in a nasal spray and an injectable medication.

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  Ask your pharmacist if any medication you are currently taking will negatively interact with Stadol.

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  Use your Stadol nasal spray immediately at the onset of a migraine headache to lessen your pain and discomfort.

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  Learn when and how to administer the Stadol nasal spray product. Always check with your pharmacist or physician for the correct dosage if you are unsure. Typically the dosage is a single spray in only one nostril at the onset of a migraine. Exceeding this dosage may cause dizziness and drowsiness. This treatment can be repeated 60 to 90 minutes after the initial dosage was taken if the migraine pain has not been resolved.

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  Shake the Stadol nasal spray bottle before use. Blow your nose until it has been cleared. Lower your head slightly forward and place the Stadol medicine dispenser in one nostril. Plug your other nostril with your hand. Breathe in slowly while spraying the nasal spray. Lean your head back to let the medicine drain into your nose.

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  Rest and let the medication take effect. If necessary, take another dosage of Stadol as recommended by your doctor.