Sumatriptan Succ-Naproxen Sod (sumatriptan succinate/naproxen sodium)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

Sumatriptan and naproxen sodium (sumatriptan/naproxen sodium) is a fixed combination of sumatriptan (a serotonin (5-HT)1b/1d receptor agonist (triptan)) and naproxen (a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAIA).

USES: This combination product contains two ingredients: naproxen and sumatriptan. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound) in adults and in children 12 years or older. Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications.

Naproxen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is used to relieve pain. Sumatriptan belongs to a class of drugs called triptans.

It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. This medication does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks.

Generic name: sumatriptan succinate/naproxen sodium
Pronunciation: (SOO-ma-TRIP-tan/na-PROX-en)

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Sumatriptan Succ-Naproxen Sod:

  • Migraine

Dosing

It isessential that the manufacturer's labeling be consulted for more detailed information on dosage and administration of this drug. Dosage summary:

Administer orally, with or without food. Tablets should not be split, crushed, or chewed.

*Recommended dosage in pediatric patients 12 to 17 years of age: 1 tablet containing 10 mg sumatriptan and 60 mg naproxen sodium.

*The maximum recommended dosage in a 24-hour period is 1 tablet containing 85 of sumatriptan and 500 mg of naproxen sodium.

*The safety of treating an average of more than 2 migraine headaches in pediatric patients in a 30-day period has not been established. Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals.

*See Full Prescribing Information for additional instructions on dosage and administration.

*Recommended dosage in adults: 1 tablet containing 85 mg of sumatriptan and 500 mg of naproxen sodium. The fixed-combination 85/500 mg tablet contains a dose of sumatriptan higher than the lowest effective dose. The choice of the dose of sumatriptan, and of the use of the fixed-combination preparation should be made on an individual basis, weighing the possible benefit of a higher dose of sumatriptan with the potential for a greater risk of adverse reactions.

*The maximum recommended dosage in a 24-hour period is 2 tablets containing 85 mg of sumatriptan and 500 mg of naproxen sodium, taken at least 2 hours apart.

*The safety of treating an average of more than 5 migraine headaches in adults in a 30-day period has not been established. Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals.

Drug interactions

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Contraindications

*History of coronary artery disease or coronary vasospasm.

*In the setting of CABG surgery.

*Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome or other cardiac accessory conduction pathway disorders.

*History of stroke, transient ischemic attack, or hemiplegic or basilar migraine.

*Peripheral vascular disease.

*Ischemic bowel disease.

*Uncontrolled hypertension.

*Recent (within 24 hours) use of another 5-HT1 agonist (e.g., another triptan) or of ergotamine-containing medication.

*Concurrent or recent (past 2 weeks) use of monoamine oxidase (MAO)-A inhibitor.

*History of asthma, urticaria, other allergic type reactions, rhinitis, or nasal polyps syndrome after taking aspirin or other NSAIA/analgesic drugs.

*Known hypersensitivity to sumatriptan, naproxen, or any components of the fixed-combination preparation (angioedema and anaphylaxis seen).

*Severe hepatic impairment.

Adverse reactions

The most common adverse reactions (incidence >=2%) in adults: Dizziness, somnolence, nausea, chest discomfort/chest pain, neck/throat/jaw pain/tightness/pressure, paresthesia, dyspepsia, dry mouth.

The most common adverse reactions (incidence >=2%) in pediatric patients: Hot flush (i.e., hot flashes), muscle tightness.

Precautions

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data