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Can I eat this with Sumatriptan?
Sumatriptan tablets can be taken with or without food, but certain herbal remedies and dietary choices may affect side effects.
Also sold as Gramegran, Imigran, Imigran Radis, Imigran Recovery, Imigran Subject, Migraitan, MigraKind, Migraleve Ultra. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 8 foods and drinks for Sumatriptan (0 to avoid, 6 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Sumatriptan with food?
- You can take tablets with or without food.
- Can I eat st john's wort with Sumatriptan?
- Yes, with care. May not mix well with sumatriptan. Speak to a pharmacist or doctor before taking it.
- Can I eat rich or spicy food with Sumatriptan?
- Yes, with care. Avoid if you feel sick, as sumatriptan can cause nausea and being sick.
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1 · What do you take?
Sumatriptan tablets can be taken with or without food, but certain herbal remedies and dietary choices may affect side effects.
Sumatriptan tablets can be taken with or without food. St John's wort may not mix well with sumatriptan. If you feel sick, simple meals may help. If you take sumatriptan too often, it can make your headaches worse.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take tablets with or without food.
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Take care with Sumatriptan· 6
Fine with Sumatriptan· 2
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Further reading on Sumatriptan
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