Review the side-effects of Zolmitriptan as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Pain or tightness in the chest or throat, tingling sensations, flushing, weakness, drowsiness, dizziness, abdominal discomfort and sweating.
Central Nervous System- Agitation, anxiety, depression, emotional instability, sleeplessness and fainting.
Heart- Chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm and high blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal- Dry mouth, indigestion, difficulty in swallowing, nausea, increased appetite, tongue swelling, inflammation of esophagus, stomach flu, liver function abnormality and increased thirst.
Blood- Bruising.
Respiratory- Inflammation of bronchus and larynx region, nosebleed and hiccups.
Skin- Itching, rash and hives.
Eye and ENT- Dry eye, eye pain, photophobia (light sensitivity), ear pain, smelling disorder and ringing in the ear.
Genitourinary- Blood in urine, inflammation of kidney, increased urinary frequency and urinary urgency.
Miscellaneous- Fever, chills, uneasiness, sweating, swelling in the face and muscle pain.
Zomig, Zomig-ZMT
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Pain or tightness in the chest or throat, tingling sensations, flushing, weakness, drowsiness, dizziness, abdominal discomfort and sweating.
Central Nervous System- Agitation, anxiety, depression, emotional instability, sleeplessness and fainting.
Heart- Chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm and high blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal- Dry mouth, indigestion, difficulty in swallowing, nausea, increased appetite, tongue swelling, inflammation of esophagus, stomach flu, liver function abnormality and increased thirst.
Blood- Bruising.
Respiratory- Inflammation of bronchus and larynx region, nosebleed and hiccups.
Skin- Itching, rash and hives.
Eye and ENT- Dry eye, eye pain, photophobia (light sensitivity), ear pain, smelling disorder and ringing in the ear.
Genitourinary- Blood in urine, inflammation of kidney, increased urinary frequency and urinary urgency.
Miscellaneous- Fever, chills, uneasiness, sweating, swelling in the face and muscle pain.
Other Precautions :
♦ Avoid excess dosage; otherwise it may lead to severe headache.Drug Name : Zolmitriptan
Zolmitriptan(Zomig) generic is a selective serotonin receptor agonist, prescribed for migraine. It works by narrowing blood vessels in the brain, which helps to relieve migraines.Brand Names or Trade Names of Zolmitriptan
International :
Zomig, Zomig-ZMT
