Zolmitriptan Tablets
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Frequently asked questions
Zomig is the branded version. Zolmitriptan is the generic version. Both contain the same active ingredient, zolmitriptan, so both are medically equivalent but zolmitriptan generic is available at a much lower cost.
It takes between 30 and 60 minutes to be effective and these effects last for approximately 2 hours.
You cannot take other triptans such as rizatriptan and sumatriptan as this could cause unwanted side effects. However, other treatments you can take are painkillers such as paracetamol, ibuprofen or aspirin, and anti sickness tablets such as buccastem, to alleviate symptoms.
Although zolmitriptan can relieve migraines, it is not a painkiller. Painkillers such as paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin can be used alongside zolmitriptan to further alleviate symptoms.
Technically you can. However, zolmitriptan may cause drowsiness or dizziness, therefore alcohol is not recommended as it could make the side effects worse.
No. Zolmitriptan should only be used for migraines. Painkillers such as paracetamol are suitable for regular headaches.
No. Zolmitriptan should only be used once you feel a migraine coming on. Do not take it any earlier. Zolmitriptan will not be effective in preventing migraines that have not yet occurred, doing this may actually make migraines worse due to overuse of zolmitriptan.
All medications work slightly differently for everyone, so everyone may have a different preferred triptan. It is important to try at least 3 triptans on 3 separate occasions before deciding the most effective triptan for yourself.
When you release you have used excess Zolmitriptan, contact your healthcare provider for further advice.
Do not miss a dose of the treatment. Always take your dose as instructed by your doctor.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you should consult your doctor before taking the treatment. This treatment will only be needed when the benefits outweigh the risks to your baby.
Children are not allowed to use the treatment unless advised by a doctor. The efficacy and safety of the treatment being used by children have not yet been approved.