Glaxo Wellcome Launches Imigran Nasal Spray In UK

10 March 1997

- Glaxo Wellcome has launched its nasal spray formulation of Imigran(sumatriptan) in the UK for the treatment of migraine. The product has a 15-minute onset of action and has a similar side-effect profile to the oral formulation, although around 15% of patients reported a bitter taste after using the drug, according to the Pharmaceutical Journal. The net price is L16 ($25.88) for 2 x 0.1ml (20mg) vials with applicator.

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