Zomig

Zomig

     * Generic Name: zolmitriptan
     * Brand Name: Zomig


     * What is zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?
     * What are the possible side effects of zolmitriptan (Zomig,
       Zomig-ZMT)?
     * What is the most important information I should know about
       zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?
     * What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking
       zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?
     * How should I take zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?
     * What happens if I miss a dose (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?
     * What happens if I overdose (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?
     * What should I avoid while taking zolmitriptan (Zomig,
       Zomig-ZMT)?
     * What other drugs will affect zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?
     * Where can I get more information (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

What is zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Zolmitriptan is a headache medicine that narrows blood vessels
   around the brain. Zolmitriptan also reduces substances in the body that
   can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound,
   and other migraine symptoms.

   Zolmitriptan is used to treat migraine headaches in adults.

   Zolmitriptan will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will
   not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.

   Zolmitriptan should not be used to treat a common tension headache,
   a headache that causes loss of movement on one side of your body, or
   any headache that seems to be different from your usual migraine
   headaches. Use this medication only if your condition has been
   confirmed by a doctor as migraine headaches.

   Zolmitriptan may also be used for purposes not listed in this
   medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
   hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
   throat.

   Stop using zolmitriptan and call your doctor at once if you have:
     * feeling of tightness in your jaw, neck, throat, or chest;
     * fast or pounding heartbeats, dizziness;
     * sudden and severe stomach pain and bloody diarrhea;
     * heart attack symptoms--chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to
       your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating; or
     * high levels of serotonin in the body--agitation,
       hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes,
       nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination, fainting.

   Common side effects may include:
     * pain or tightness in your throat or chest;
     * dry mouth, upset stomach;
     * pressure or heavy feeling anywhere in your body;
     * drowsiness, feeling tired; or
     * flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).

   This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
   your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
   effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about zolmitriptan
(Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   You should not use this medicine if you have uncontrolled high
   blood pressure, heart problems, certain heart rhythm disorders, a
   history of heart attack or stroke, or circulation problems
   that cause a lack of blood supply within the body.

   Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past
   14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue
   injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.

   Do not use zolmitriptan within 24 hours before or after using another
   migraine headache medicine.

   Zomig Patient Information including How Should I Take
   Migraine Headaches:Symptoms, Triggers and Treatment

   A Visual Guide to Migraine Headaches Slideshow
   Headaches & Migraines: Surprising Headache & Migraine Triggers

   Headache and Migraine Triggers Slideshow
   RxList

   Take the Headaches Quiz

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking zolmitriptan
(Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   You should not use zolmitriptan if you are allergic to it, or if you
   have:
     * coronary heart disease, angina (chest pain), blood
       circulation problems, lack of blood supply to the heart;
     * a history of heart disease, heart attack, or stroke, including
       "mini-stroke";
     * Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome;
     * severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure;
     * a blood vessel disorder or circulation problems that cause a lack
       of blood supply within the body; or
     * a headache that seems different from your usual migraines.

   Do not use zolmitriptan if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past
   14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors
   include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine,
   rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

   To make sure zolmitriptan is safe for you, tell your doctor if you
   have:
     * heart disease, high blood pressure, or a heart rhythm disorder;
     * epilepsy or seizures;
     * liver or kidney disease;
     * a condition for which you take cimetidine (Tagamet); or
     * coronary heart disease (or risk factors such as diabetes,
       menopause, smoking, being overweight, having high
       cholesterol, having a family history of coronary artery
       disease, being older than 40 and a man, or being a woman who has
       had a hysterectomy).

   Zolmitriptan disintegrating tablets may contain phenylalanine. Talk
   to your doctor before using this form of zolmitriptan if you have
   phenylketonuria (PKU).

   It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell
   your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

   It is not known whether zolmitriptan passes into breast milk or if it
   could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
   baby.

   Zolmitriptan is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years
   old.

How should I take zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may
   occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do
   not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than
   recommended.

   Use zolmitriptan as soon as you notice migraine symptoms.

   Take the regular tablet whole with a full glass of water.

   To take the orally disintegrating tablet (Zomig-ZMT):
     * Keep the tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take it.
       Open the package and peel back the foil. Do not push a tablet
       through the foil or you may damage the tablet.
     * Use dry hands to remove the tablet and place it in your mouth.
     * Do not swallow the tablet whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth
       without chewing. If desired, you may drink liquid to help swallow
       the dissolved tablet.

   After taking a tablet: If your headache does not completely go away, or
   goes away and comes back, take a second tablet 2 hours after the first.
   Do not take more than 10 mg of zolmitriptan in 24 hours. If your
   symptoms have not improved, contact your doctor before taking any more
   tablets.

   Call your doctor if your headache does not go away at all after taking
   the first zolmitriptan tablet.

   Never use more than your recommended dose. Overuse of migraine
   headache medicine can make headaches worse.

   Contact your doctor if you have more than four headaches in one month
   (30 days). Tell your doctor if this medicine seems to stop working as
   well in treating your migraine attacks.

   Zolmitriptan can raise blood pressure to dangerous levels. Your blood
   pressure may need to be checked often while you are using this
   medicine. Your heart function may need to be checked using an
   electrocardiograph or ECG (sometimes called an EKG).

   Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

   Zomig Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose
   Migraine Headaches:Symptoms, Triggers and Treatment

   A Visual Guide to Migraine Headaches Slideshow
   Headaches & Migraines: Surprising Headache & Migraine Triggers

   Headache and Migraine Triggers Slideshow
   RxList

   Take the Headaches Quiz

What happens if I miss a dose (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Since zolmitriptan is used as needed, it does not have a daily dosing
   schedule. Call your doctor promptly if your symptoms do not improve
   after using zolmitriptan.

What happens if I overdose (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
   1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Do not take zolmitriptan within 24 hours before or after using another
   migraine headache medicine, including:
     * zolmitriptan nasal spray, almotriptan, eletriptan,
       frovatriptan, naratriptan, rizatriptan, or sumatriptan; or
     * ergot medicine--dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine,
       methylergonovine.

   Zolmitriptan may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you
   drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

What other drugs will affect zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Using zolmitriptan while you are using certain other medicines can
   cause high levels of serotonin to build up in your body, a condition
   called "serotonin syndrome," which can be fatal. Tell your doctor if
   you also use:
     * medicine to treat depression;
     * medicine to treat a psychiatric disorder;
     * a narcotic (opioid) medication; or
     * medicine to prevent nausea and vomiting.

   This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with zolmitriptan,
   including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and
   herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this
   medication guide.

Where can I get more information (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT)?

   Your pharmacist can provide more information about zolmitriptan.
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   Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of
   children, never share your medicines with others, and use this
   medication only for the indication prescribed.
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