About sumatriptan succinate
Triptan migraine medicine
Used for
- Treats migraine attacks, with or without aura.
- Does not prevent future migraine attacks.
Usual adult dose
Usually 50 mg once when migraine starts; may repeat after 2 hours if needed. Maximum 300 mg in 24 hours.
Common side effects
- Tingling, flushing, dizziness, or drowsiness.
- Nausea or vomiting.
- Temporary pressure or tightness in the chest, throat, or jaw.
- Unpleasant taste or injection-site reactions do not apply to tablets.
Important warnings
- Not for preventing migraine or treating other headache types.
- Avoid with coronary artery disease, prior stroke, or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
- Do not use with another triptan or ergot medicine within 24 hours.
- Seek urgent care for severe chest pain or signs of allergic reaction.
Pregnancy
Safety information is limited; use during pregnancy requires weighing benefits and risks with a clinician.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts enter breast milk. Some guidance recommends avoiding breastfeeding for 12 hours after a dose.
Interactions
- MAO-A inhibitors: avoid during treatment and for two weeks after stopping them.
- Other triptans or ergot medicines: increased risk of serious reactions; separate by at least 24 hours.
- SSRIs or SNRIs: may rarely cause serotonin syndrome.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.