This module supports you to supply sumatriptan over the counter (OTC) for the treatment of migraine quickly and safely, in line with its marketing authorisation.

It covers all the considerations before supply, as well as a summary of the product information so you can be satisfied that the supply will be clinically suitable and used responsibly and appropriately.

This module is designed primarily for pharmacists working in community pharmacy but may be useful for pharmacists in other sectors, pharmacy technicians and other members of the pharmacy team.

Estimated completion time: 20 minutes

Learning from this module complements content covered in the following module: Consultation skills

Learning objectives

After completing this module, you should be able to:

1. Identify and manage symptoms of migraine
2. Explain how sumatriptan works
3. Discuss alternative treatments and lifestyle options for migraine
4. Demonstrate a structured and person-centred approach in your consultations to confidently gather information and assess suitability for supply
5. Provide counselling on product use and safety information
6. Summarise additional considerations for supplying sumatriptan including requests for repeats and multiple packs and requests from third parties