Sumatriptan Benefits & Uses

Sumatriptan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)

Sumatriptan Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 25 - 100 mg
Geriatric	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 25 - 100 mg

Sumatriptan Related Warnings

Is the use of Sumatriptan safe for pregnant women?

Sumatriptan can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Sumatriptan, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Sumatriptan safe during breastfeeding?

Sumatriptan has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Sumatriptan on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Sumatriptan on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Sumatriptan on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Sumatriptan on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Sumatriptan on the Heart?

Sumatriptan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Sumatriptan with Other Drugs

Sumatriptan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Fentanyl

Hyoscyamine

Caffeine

Citalopram

Moderate

Tramadol

Sumatriptan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sumatriptan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Wolff Parkinson White Syndrome
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Sumatriptan

Is this Sumatriptan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sumatriptan has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sumatriptan as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Sumatriptan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Sumatriptan for mental disorders.

No

Sumatriptan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sumatriptan

It is safe to take Sumatriptan with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sumatriptan

Information about the interaction of Sumatriptan and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown