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Treats migraines and cluster headaches- Reduces widened blood vessels in your head
- Eases sensitivity to light, sound, and nausea
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Zomig 2.5mg Tablets - Available Online
Zomig is a prescription medication used for the treatment of migraine attacks and cluster headaches.
It is available to buy after a free, three minute consultation online here at The Independent Pharmacy.
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About Zomig 2.5mg Tablets
What Is Zomig 2.5mg?
Zomig is a prescription medication used for the treatment of migraine attacks and cluster headaches. It’s part of a class of medicines called Triptans which work to reduce widened blood vessels in your head. This can ease migraine and headache pain, as well as reduce other symptoms linked to migraines like sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea.
Can I Use Zomig?
Zomig is suitable for adults between the ages of 18 and 65. It’s not suitable for you if you:
- are allergic to zolmitriptan or any other ingredients
- have high blood pressure
- have ever had heart issues
- have had a stroke
- are taking any other medicines for migraine
If you’re not sure if you can use Zomig, the consultation with a licensed pharmacist will help advise you.
Is Zomig The Same As Zolmitriptan?
Yes, Zomig is the branded name of the medicine Zolmitriptan. It’s part of a family of medicines called Triptans, which are used to ease the symptoms of a migraine attack or cluster headache. The medicine works the same way, no matter which brand name or packaging it has.
How Does Zomig Work?
Medical professionals aren’t entirely sure how Zomig works, but typically agree that it can reduce the widening of your blood vessels in your head, which may cause your migraine symptoms. This way, it stops the headache pain, as well as other migraine symptoms, like feeling or being sick, and the sensitivity you may experience to light and sound.
How To Use Zomig
It’s recommended that you take one Zomig 2.5mg tablet just as the migraine pain starts to happen. It has been shown to be less effective if you take it during the aura phase of a migraine. If your migraine is still there after two hours or comes back within 24 hours you can take another tablet.
Ingredients
The active substance is zolmitriptan. Each tablet contains 2.5 mg of zolmitriptan.
The other ingredients are hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, macrogol 400 and 8000, sodium starch glycollate, titanium dioxide (E171) and iron oxide (E172).
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Zomig can cause side effects. Common side effects you may experience include:
- Abnormal sensations such as tingling in your fingers and toes or skin that is sensitive to touch
- Being sick (vomiting)
- Dry mouth
- Feeling sick (nausea)
- Feeling sleepy, dizzy or warm
- Feeling weak
- Headache
- Heaviness, tightness, pain or pressure in the throat, neck, arms and legs, or chest
- Muscle weakness or muscle pain
- Problems swallowing
- Stomach pain
- Uneven heart beat
Warnings
Zomig can interact with other medicines, so you should tell your prescriber if you take any other medications, including over-the-counter and herbal medicines.
Using Zomig more frequently than twice a week can increase your risk of developing medication overuse headaches, so you should speak to your prescriber about alternatives if you experience more than two migraines weekly.
Zomig FAQs
What Is Zomig 2.5mg?
Zomig 2.5mg tablets contain the active ingredient zolmitriptan. This is a medicine from the Triptan group of medications that’s used to treat migraine attacks and cluster headaches. It narrows the blood vessels in your head that can take away the headache and other symptoms, like feeling or being sick, and light sensitivity.
Do I Need A Prescription For Zomig 2.5mg?
Yes, Zomig is a prescription only medicine, so you need to get approval from a licensed medical professional before you can get hold of it. They can make sure it’s suitable for your condition and safe for you to use.
How Do I Take Zomig?
The recommended dose is one tablet (2.5 mg), and you should swallow this with a drink of water. If your migraine is still there after two hours, or comes back within 24 hours, you can take another tablet. Never use more than two doses in one day unless your prescriber tells you to. The maximum you can take in one day is 10mg.
How Long Does Zomig Take To Work?
Zomig usually starts working within an hour of taking it, as long as you took it when the headache pain started rather than in the aura phase of a migraine. It has been shown to be less effective if you take it too early.
Can You Take Zomig With Amitriptyline?
Yes you can take Zomig with amitriptyline, but always check with your healthcare provider before starting any new medication.
Does Zomig Make You Drowsy?
Zomig can make some people feel sleepy after they take it, so you should wait to see how it affects you before driving or using tools or machines. If you do feel sleepy when using Zomig, it’s best to avoid driving or using tools or machines until you feel back to normal.
Can Zomig Be Used To Treat Cluster Headaches?
There is some evidence to suggest that oral Zolmitriptan is effective in the acute treatment of cluster headache. This means that Zomig is able to reduce the symptoms of cluster headaches as well as migraine attacks. However, your prescriber will discuss your best options with you.
What Are The Side Effects Of Zomig?
Common side effects of Zomig include:
- Feeling sick
- Being sick
- Feeling sleepy
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Stomach pain
- Tingling fingers or toes
- Muscle weakness or pain
- Problems swallowing
If you experience any side effects while taking Zomig, talk to your prescriber for advice.
Can Taking Zomig Prevent Migraines?
No, Zomig doesn’t prevent migraines. You can only use it when you’ve started developing a migraine to relieve the symptoms. It shouldn’t be used as a daily preventative treatment. If you’re looking for something to use as a prevention medicine, speak to your prescriber to discuss your options.
Where Can I Buy Zomig Online?
You can get Zomig from The Independent Pharmacy after completing a quick and easy consultation. Your answers will be reviewed by a member of our clinical team, and if they agree that Zomig is suitable for you, they’ll approve your order and issue you a prescription. Your medicine will then be sent directly to your door, with next-day shipping available.
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