Zomig Treatment and Use
Zomig | Zolmitriptan is a prescribed selective serotonin receptor agonist that treats migraine headaches. Patients should take Zomig only if they are experiencing a migraine; it is not effective in preventing or reducing the occurrence of headaches. Zomig is solely used for migraines and should not be administered for other types of headaches. It is marketed by AstraZeneca and was approved for use in 1997.
How does Zomig work?
Migraine headaches are thought to occur because of swelling blood vessels that surround the brain. Zomig works to reduce this swelling. It can also relieve common symptoms of migraines such as nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.
Dosage
Zomig is available in 2.5 and 5.0 mg tablets that are taken orally with or without food. Patients should drink a full glass of water when ingesting Zomig. If your doctor advises you to take less than 2.5 mg, you may split the tablet.
Zomig-ZMT is an orally disintegrating tablet that is placed on the tongue and allowed to dissolve. Do not chew or swallow the tablet whole.
If your migraine symptoms do not dissipate after two hours, you may take another tablet, but do not ingest more than 10 mg of Zomig per day. Your doctor will help you choose the form of Zomig that is right for you.