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| Attribute | Sumatriptan | Paracetamol |
|---|---|---|
| Simple | Migraine-specific medicine. | Everyday pain and fever medicine. |
| Drug class | Serotonin (5-HT1) receptor agonist. | Analgesic and antipyretic. Also known as acetaminophen. |
| Prescription | Rx only | OTC |
| Uses | Migraine, Cluster headache | Headache, Fever, Mild pain, Post-vaccine soreness |
| Forms | Tablet, Nasal spray, Injection | Tablet, Capsule, Syrup, Suppository, Injection |
| Adult dosage | 50–100 mg at start of migraine; may repeat once after 2 hours. | 500–1000 mg every 4–6 hours (max 4 g/day). |
| Pregnancy | Ask your doctor | Generally safe |
| Common side effects | Tingling, Chest tightness, Drowsiness | Rare when taken as directed |