Zolmitriptan Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Zolmitriptan side effects include dizziness, nasal discomfort, muscle weakness, nausea, neck pain, numbness, vomiting and temporary rise in blood pressure. Rare Zolmitriptan side effects may include severe allergic reactions, anxiety, asthma, agitation, changes in heart rhythm, confusion, constipation, cough, depression, difficult or painful urination, fatigue, pressure in chest, rapid and throbbing heartbeat, rash, ringing in the ears, tightness in chest, tremors, and vision changes.
Zolmitriptan Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Zolmitriptan side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
Zolmitriptan is given to treat migraine headaches in adults. Zolmitriptan relieves the intensity of the pain and other symptoms including nausea, vomiting, and hypersensitivity to light, though it does not prevent nor reduce the frequency of attacks. Zolmitriptan can also be used for cluster headaches. Migraine is believed to be caused by swollen or dilated blood vessels; Zolmitriptan acts on neurotransmitter serotonin (5HT) receptors in the brain by narrowing those blood vessels. Zolmitriptan usually takes about an hour to relieve the symptoms. Zolmitriptan should only be given when the pain from migraine attack does not respond to regular pain killers like Aspirin, Acetaminophen (paracetamol) or Ibuprofen.
Zolmitriptan overdose
Symptoms of Zolmitriptan overdose may include convulsions, dilated pupils, inactivity, lack of coordination, paralysis, redness in the arms and legs, skin changes at the site of injection, slow breathing, sluggishness, tremor, nausea and vomiting. In case of Zolmitriptan overdose, seek medical help right away.
If you miss a dose of Zolmitriptan, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of Zolmitriptan.
Zolmitriptan Pregnancy
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Zolmitriptan as animal studies have shown damage to fetus. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Zolmitriptan.
ZOLMITRIPTAN WARNING
Zolmitriptan should not be given to those with high blood pressure or who have or are at risk of heart disease or condition. It should also not be used if you have liver or kidney disease.
Zolmitriptan must not be given for 2 weeks after taking an MAO inhibitor drug such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate.
If you develop severe chest pain after taking Zolmitriptan, seek medical help right away.
Zolmitriptan injections should not be injected into a vein. This could result in a serious heart irregularity.
Though rarely, severe and fatal allergic reactions have occurred in people taking Zolmitriptan. In rare cases, people taking Zolmitriptan have suffered seizures.
ZOLMITRIPTAN INTERACTION
Check with your doctor before combining Zolmitriptan with the following:
Drugs classified as MAO inhibitors
Ergot-containing drugs such as Cafergot and Ergostat
Luvox
Paxil
Prozac
Zoloft
ZOLMITRIPTAN DOSES
Zolmitriptan is not recommended for children under 18.
ZOLMITRIPTAN TABLETS
The usual adult dose is 1.25-2.50mg tablet taken with meal or milk. For better results Zolmitriptan should be taken right at the onset of the pain. If one Zolmitriptan does not respond, you can take second dose at least 2 hours after taking the first one. The maximum dose for a day should not exceed 10mg.
Those with liver disease should take lower doses of Zolmitriptan Tablets.
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