Zomig Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Zomig side effects include dizziness, nasal discomfort, muscle weakness, nausea, neck pain, numbness, vomiting and temporary rise in blood pressure. Less common Zomig side effects may include severe allergic reactions, anxiety, asthma, agitation, changes in heart rhythm, confusion, constipation, cough, and depression. Rare Zomig side effects may include difficult or painful urination, fatigue, pressure in chest, rapid and throbbing heartbeat, rash, ringing in the ears, tightness in chest, tremors, and vision changes.
Zomig Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Zomig 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.
Zomig is given to treat migraine headaches in adults.
Main ingredient in Zomig is Zolmitriptan. Zomig 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. Zomig can also be used for cluster headaches. Migraine is believed to be caused by swollen or dilated blood vessels; Zomig acts on neurotransmitter serotonin (5HT) receptors in the brain by narrowing those blood vessels. Zomig usually takes about an hour to relieve the symptoms. Zomig should only be given when the pain from migraine attack does not respond to regular pain killers like Aspirin, Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) or Ibuprofen.
Zomig Overdose
Zomig overdose symptoms 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 Zomig overdose, seek medical help right away.
If you miss a dose of Zomig, 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 Zomig.
Zomig Pregnancy
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Zomig as animal studies have shown damage to fetus. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Zomig.
ZOMIG WARNING
Zomig 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.
Zomig 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 Zomig, seek medical help right away.
Zomig 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 Zomig. In rare cases, people taking Zomig have suffered seizures.
ZOMIG AND PREGNANCY
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Zomig as animal studies have shown damage to fetus. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Zomig.
ZOMIG INTERACTION
Check with your doctor before combining Zomig with the following:
Drugs classified as MAO inhibitors
Ergot-containing drugs such as Cafergot and Ergostat
Luvox
Paxil
Prozac
Zoloft
ZOMIG DOSES
Zomig is not recommended for children under 18.
ZOMIG TABLETS
The usual adult dose is 1.25-2.50mg tablet taken with meal or milk. For better results Zomig should be taken right at the onset of the pain. If one Zomig 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 Zomig Tablets.
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