About sumatripta n
Triptan migraine medicine
Used for
- Treats migraine attacks, with or without aura.
Usual adult dose
100 mg once at migraine onset; if symptoms return, repeat after at least 2 hours. Maximum 200 mg in 24 hours.
Common side effects
- Tingling, warmth, flushing, or dizziness
- Tiredness or drowsiness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Temporary pressure or tightness in the chest or throat
Important warnings
- Not for preventing migraines or treating other headache types.
- Avoid with certain heart or circulation conditions, previous stroke, or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
- Do not use with ergot medicines or another triptan within 24 hours.
- Seek urgent care for severe chest pain or signs of an allergic reaction.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only when a clinician considers it necessary; evidence has not shown a clear increase in birth defects.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts enter breast milk. Some product guidance recommends avoiding breastfeeding for 12 hours after a dose.
Interactions
- MAO-A inhibitors: do not use together or within 2 weeks of stopping.
- Other triptans or ergot medicines: avoid within 24 hours.
- SSRIs or SNRIs may rarely increase serotonin syndrome risk.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.