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Sumatriptan 6 mg/.5mL

Sumatriptan · INJECTION, SOLUTION · Caplin Steriles Limited

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Plain English

Sumatriptan is a prescription injection used to treat acute migraine headaches by narrowing blood vessels around the brain and reducing substances in the body that can trigger headaches, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms. This subcutaneous injection delivers 6 mg of sumatriptan in a 0.5 mL dose.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Sumatriptan
Generic Name
Sumatriptan
NDC Code (Product)
65145-118
Manufacturer
Caplin Steriles Limited
Strength
6 mg/.5mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION, SOLUTION
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA213998
Marketing Start
09/28/2024

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

drug ineffective2,753 reports
headache2,083 reports
migraine1,779 reports
nausea1,732 reports
fatigue1,458 reports
dizziness1,160 reports
pain1,152 reports
off label use1,117 reports
product dose omission issue967 reports
vomiting928 reports

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sumatriptan used for?

Sumatriptan is a prescription injection used to treat acute migraine headaches by narrowing blood vessels around the brain and reducing substances in the body that can trigger headaches, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms. This subcutaneous injection delivers 6 mg of sumatriptan in a 0.5 mL dose.

Is Sumatriptan a controlled substance?

Sumatriptan is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Sumatriptan?

The generic name for Sumatriptan is Sumatriptan. There are 8 other brand versions of Sumatriptan.

What is the NDC code for Sumatriptan 6 mg/.5mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Sumatriptan 6 mg/.5mL is 65145-118, listed by Caplin Steriles Limited.