When should I take Cambia?
Take one dose of Cambia to treat your migraine headache:
- remove one single dose packet from a set of three packets.
- open the packet only when you are ready to use it.
- empty contents of packet into 1 to 2 ounces or 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 mL) of water.
- mix well and drink the water and powder mixture.
How long does it take Cambia to work?
CAMBIA works quickly—in as little as 15 minutes in some patients.
Is Cambia good for migraines?
Cambia provides more freedom from pain from migraine as well as relief from nausea, light sensitivity and sound sensitivity. Thirty-three percent of people who took Cambia were able to perform all routine activities at 2 hours post dose and 54.5% were free of disability from migraine at 24 hours.
How do you take migraine tablets?
Take your first dose as soon as the pain starts. Do not take it at the warning stage, before your migraine starts. This is when some people get symptoms of “aura”. Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water.
Can you take Cambia on an empty stomach?
Do not use liquids other than water. Taking CAMBIA with food may cause a reduction in effectiveness compared to taking CAMBIA on an empty stomach [see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY]. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals.
Can you take Cambia and Tylenol together?
Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Cambia and Tylenol. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Can I take Cambia with ibuprofen?
Combining these medications may increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation. Gastrointestinal perforation is a potentially fatal condition and medical emergency where a hole forms all the way through the stomach or intestine.
How many times can you take Cambia?
Cambia Usage. Oral: Capsule: take 3 times a day, with or without food. Tablet: take 3 or 4 times a day, with or without food.
Can you take sumatriptan after drinking alcohol?
Sumatriptan may cause you to become drowsy, dizzy or nauseous, and your face may become red or flushed. Do not drink alcohol during sumatriptan treatment, as it adds to these side effects. Similarly, sumatriptan can increase your risk of serious heart problems such as irregular heartbeat or heart attack.
Can you drive while taking Cambia?
Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). This medicine may cause stomach/intestinal bleeding.
What’s the best way to take Cambia orally?
Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor. Empty the contents of one packet into a cup containing 1 to 2 ounces (30 to 60 milliliters) of water. Mix well and drink all of it right away. Do not mix with any liquid other than water. If stomach upset occurs while taking this medication, take it with food, milk, or an antacid.
Can you take Cambia with an empty stomach?
Take one dose of Cambia to treat your migraine headache: empty contents of packet into 1 to 2 ounces or 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 mL) of water. Do not use any other form of liquid taking Cambia with food may cause a reduction in effectiveness compared to taking Cambia on an empty stomach.
How much water should I drink when taking Cambia?
Empty the contents of one packet into a cup containing 1 to 2 ounces or 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 mL) of water, mix well and drink immediately. Do not use liquids other than water. Taking CAMBIA with food may cause a reduction in effectiveness compared to taking CAMBIA on an empty stomach [ see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3) ].
Are there any side effects of taking Cambia?
CAMBIA contains diclofenac potassium (a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or NSAID). WARNING: RISK OF SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR AND GASTROINTESTINAL EVENTS CAMBIA is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs cause an increased risk of a heart attack or stroke that can lead to death.