How to Pronounce Sumatriptan (Imitrex)

soo-ma-TRIP-tan
IPA: /suː.mæ.ˈtrɪp.tæn/
Brand name: Imitrex
soo ma TRIP tan
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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