Zomig
Zomig is a medicine used to treat migraine headaches by narrowing blood vessels in the brain, which helps relieve headache, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
5 mg
Active Ingredient
Zolmitriptan
Manufacturer
Grünenthal GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose is one tablet (either 2.5 mg or 5 mg).
Method
Take Zomig with water as soon as a migraine attack starts, or anytime during an attack.
Important
Do not take more than 2 tablets per day. The maximum daily dose is 5 mg if your prescribed tablet is 2.5 mg, and 10 mg if your prescribed tablet is 5 mg.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Severe allergic reactions, including hives, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, and throat, or trouble swallowing and breathing. Stop taking Zomig and see a doctor right away if this happens.
- •Chest pain (angina), heart attack, or narrowing of blood vessels in the heart. You might feel chest pain or shortness of breath. Stop taking Zomig and see a doctor right away if this happens.
- •Spasm of blood vessels in the gut, which can harm the intestines. You might have stomach pain or bloody diarrhea. Stop taking Zomig and see a doctor right away if this happens.
COMMON
- •Unusual feelings, like tingling in fingers and toes or increased skin sensitivity.
- •Drowsiness, dizziness, or feeling warm.
- •Irregular heartbeat.
- •Nausea (feeling sick), vomiting.
- •Stomach pain.
- •Dry mouth.
- •Muscle weakness or pain.
- •Weakness.
- •Feeling of heaviness, tightness, pain, or pressure in the throat, neck, arms, legs, or chest.
- •Difficulty swallowing.
RARE
- •Very fast heart rate.
- •Slight increase in blood pressure.
- •Increased urine output or more frequent urination.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to zolmitriptan or any other ingredients in Zomig.
- Do not use if you have high blood pressure.
- Do not use if you have or have had heart problems, including a heart attack, angina, or symptoms like shortness of breath or chest tightness.
- Do not use if you have had a stroke or a mini-stroke (TIA).
- Do not use if you have severe kidney problems.
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- Do not use if you are taking other migraine medicines like ergotamine or other triptans.
- Using too much Zomig can cause daily headaches or make your migraines worse. Talk to your doctor if this happens.
- Do not breastfeed for 24 hours after taking Zomig.