How to Pronounce Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
soo-ma-TRIP-tan
IPA: /suː.mæ.ˈtrɪp.tæn/
Brand name: Imitrex
soo
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TRIP
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Sumatriptan is pronounced soo-ma-TRIP-tan
How do you pronounce Sumatriptan?
Sumatriptan is pronounced “soo-ma-TRIP-tan”. It has 4 syllables: soo ‑ ma ‑ trip ‑ tan. The stress falls on the third syllable, “trip”.
How many syllables are in Sumatriptan?
Sumatriptan has 4 syllables: soo ‑ ma ‑ trip ‑ tan.
What does Sumatriptan mean?
Sumatriptan is a serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonist (triptan) used for acute migraine treatment. It causes cranial vasoconstriction and inhibits trigeminal nerve activation.
Word Parts
suffix
-triptan
serotonin (5-HT1) agonist (migraine)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "SOO-ma-trip-tan" — stress on TRIP: soo-ma-TRIP-tan
Where You'll Encounter This
Acute migraine and cluster. Selective serotonin agonist for acute migraine and cluster headache.
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