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Zecuity

sumatriptan

Used for Migraine

Zecuity (sumatriptan) is a patch that's applied directly on the skin and is used to treat sudden migraine attacks in adults. It's no longer available in the United States, because it was discontinued.

Reviewed by:

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP

Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD

Last reviewed on July 11, 2022

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What is Zecuity (sumatriptan)?

What is Zecuity (sumatriptan) used for?

Short-term treatment of sudden migraine attacks with or without aura

How Zecuity (sumatriptan) works

Are you looking for information on sumatriptan tablets (Imitrex), sumatriptan autoinjector (Imitrex Statdose), or sumatriptan nasal spray (Imitrex, Tosymra) instead?

Drug Facts

Common BrandsZecuity (brand no longer available)

Drug ClassTriptan

Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication

Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available

AvailabilityDiscontinued

Frequently asked questions about Zecuity (sumatriptan)

What is Zecuity (sumatriptan)?

Zecuity (sumatriptan) is a triptan medication used in adults for the treatment of sudden migraine attacks with or without aura. It works by changing the levels of certain chemicals in your brain. This causes the blood vessels in your brain to tighten up, which can improve your migraine.

Is Zecuity (sumatriptan) still available?

No, Zecuity (sumatriptan) has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States.

Why was Zecuity (sumatriptan) discontinued?

Zecuity (sumatriptan) was discontinued by the manufacturer in 2020 due to reports that the patch caused skin burns and scarring.

What can I use in place of Zecuity (sumatriptan)?

While Zecuity (sumatriptan) has been discontinued, there are still several other forms of sumatriptan available and commonly used today. These forms include sumatriptan tablets (Imitrex) and sumatriptan nasal spray (Imitrex, Tosymra). Your provider will help guide you to the best treatment option for your migraine attacks.

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Interactions between Zecuity (sumatriptan) and other drugs

Zecuity (sumatriptan) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Zecuity (sumatriptan). Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

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.

Almotriptan
Bromocriptine
Dihydroergotamine
Eletriptan
Ergoloid Mesylates
Ergonovine
Ergotamine
Frovatriptan
Furazolidone
Iproniazid
Isocarboxazid
Linezolid
Methylene Blue
Methylergonovine
Methysergide
Moclobemide
Naratriptan
Nialamide
Phenelzine
Procarbazine
Rasagiline
Rizatriptan
Safinamide
Selegiline
Tranylcypromine
Zolmitriptan

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.