Generic Sumatriptan

Generic versions of sumatriptan are currently available in four strengths; they come in the form of tablets or an injection. A number of manufacturers produce generic sumatriptan, including Sandoz, Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Dr. Reddy's Laboratories.

Generic Sumatriptan: An Overview

Sumatriptan succinate (Imitrex®, Sumavel™) is a prescription medication that has been licensed to treat migraine headaches.
 
Imitrex is manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, while Sumavel is made by Patheon UK, Limited for Zogenix, Inc. Generic versions of Imitrex tablets and injection are currently available. Generic Imitrex nasal spray is not yet available, and it is not clear when a generic version may be available. A generic version of Sumavel needle-free injection is not available at this time (see Generic Sumavel for more information).
 

Strengths of Generic Sumatriptan

Generic Imitrex is available in the following strengths and forms:
 
  • Sumatriptan succinate 25 mg tablets
  • Sumatriptan succinate 50 mg tablets
  • Sumatriptan succinate 100 mg tablets
  • Sumatriptan succinate 6 mg per 0.5 mL injection.
     

Who Makes the Generic Versions?

Generic Imitrex is made by a few different manufacturers, such as:
 
  • Dr. Reddy's Laboratories.
  • Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Sandoz
  • Teva Pharmaceuticals
  • Wockhardt USA.
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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