Sumavel DosePro (sumatriptan) injection is injected under the skin and used to treat sudden migraine and cluster headache attacks in adults. It works quickly and is a good alternative for people who can't swallow pills. Sumavel DosePro (sumatriptan) injection was discontinued in the United States in 2018.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
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Sumavel Dosepro is a triptan medication that's injected under the skin (subcutaneously) to help relieve pain in people who experience sudden migraines and cluster headaches. It works by tightening the blood vessels in your brain, as well as stopping pain signals from going to your brain.
No, Sumavel Dosepro is no longer available in the United States.
The manufacturer, Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc., has decided to discontinue this medication in 2018 due to a business decision. It was not taken off the market because of any safety issues.
Yes, there are other sumatriptan injectable medications still available, such as sumatriptan (Imitrex Statdose) and Zembrace SymTouch (sumatriptan). If you've taken Sumavel Dosepro in the past, speak to your provider about the best alternative treatment option for you.