About sumatriptan succinate
Triptan migraine medicine
Used for
- Treats acute migraine attacks, with or without aura.
- Treats acute cluster headache attacks in adults.
Usual adult dose
Migraine: 6 mg injected under the skin; one repeat after at least one hour if needed. Maximum 12 mg in 24 hours. Cluster headache: 6 mg per attack; maximum 12 mg daily.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain, redness, or swelling
- Tingling, flushing, dizziness, or drowsiness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Temporary chest, throat, or jaw tightness
Important warnings
- Not for preventing headaches or treating hemiplegic or basilar migraine.
- Avoid with coronary artery disease, prior stroke, or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
- Seek urgent care for severe or persistent chest pain or allergic reactions.
- Use within prescribed limits; excessive use can worsen headaches.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited. Use only when the expected benefit outweighs potential risk.
Breastfeeding
Sumatriptan enters breast milk in small amounts. Manufacturer guidance recommends avoiding breastfeeding for 12 hours after a dose.
Interactions
- Do not use within 24 hours of another triptan or ergot medicine.
- Avoid MAO-A inhibitors and for two weeks after stopping them.
- SSRIs, SNRIs, and other serotonergic medicines 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.