Sumatriptan Uses

Sumatriptan is used for Migraine Attacks, Headaches

How Sumatriptan Works

Sumatriptan may stimulate 5-HT1 receptors, causing selective vasoconstriction of inflamed and dilated cranial blood vessels in carotid circulation, thus decreasing carotid arterial blood flow and relieving acute migraines.

Common side effects of Sumatriptan

Fatigue, Fever, Headache, Vertigo, Weakness, Abnormal Vision, Jaw Discomfort, Muscle Cramps, Neck Pain or Stiffness

Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 4 years experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Health-Shoppe.com.