What is the typical maximum daily dose of sumatriptan?

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What is the typical maximum daily dose of sumatriptan?

Sumatriptan’s daily limit is 200 mg because higher doses increase the risk of significant vasoconstriction and cardiovascular events during migraine treatment. The usual per-dose amount is 25–100 mg, and if needed, a second dose can be taken at least 2 hours after the first, but the total within 24 hours must not exceed 200 mg. This balance allows relief during a migraine while limiting safety risks.

Sumatriptan’s daily limit is 200 mg because higher doses increase the risk of significant vasoconstriction and cardiovascular events during migraine treatment. The usual per-dose amount is 25–100 mg, and if needed, a second dose can be taken at least 2 hours after the first, but the total within 24 hours must not exceed 200 mg. This balance allows relief during a migraine while limiting safety risks.

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