Zomig Tablets

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About Zomig

Zolmig, which contains the active ingredient zolmitriptan, is a prescription medication used in the treatment of migraines which are generally considered to be moderate to severe headaches often felt as a throbbing pain on one side of the head.

It is part of a group of medications called triptans which are used to reverse certain changes in the brain that are thought to trigger migraine attacks. The drug can be used to treat headaches with or without an aura which some sufferers report as being blind spots, flashing lights or zigzag patterns in your field of vision. It can tackle other symptoms often associated with migraines too including sensitivity to light and noise, nausea and vomiting.

Zomig Summary Information

The information provided in the summary table is for reference only. It is important to consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any migraine treatment, including Zomig.

How does Zomig work?

Zomig is in a class of medicines known as 5HT1B- and 5HT1D-receptor agonists, which are also referred to as triptans. They work by binding to these receptors and reducing the swelling of the blood vessel walls, which become dilated around the brain, triggering a migraine. The constriction of these blood vessels via the Zomig treatment helps to ease the headache as well as the other migraine related symptoms such as nausea.

How long does Zomig take to work?

Once you have consumed a dose of Zomig, you will begin to experience the effects of the medication within 60 minutes. 

You can take Zomig at any time once the migraine symptoms have appeared; however, experts often advise people to take Zomig as soon as the signs appear. Similarly, Zomig may work quicker on an empty stomach. But it can still be taken with food. 

You should stop taking the medication if Zomig does not impact your symptoms. Inform your pharmacist or doctor of the lack of improvement, and they might prescribe an alternative treatment.

Why choose Zomig?

If you suffer from migraine headaches that prevent you from carrying out normal day-to-day activities, Zomig can be an effective form of treatment. The medication is often prescribed when over-the-counter painkillers have been unsuccessful, as it can improve symptoms or even eliminate them completely.

One of the benefits of Zomig is that it can be taken at any time during a migraine attack and still be effective, whereas other forms of migraine treatment need to be taken as early as possible to have a major effect on reducing the pain and/or symptoms. If you are out without your medication, then this is important to factor in as you can have peace of mind that no matter how long it takes you to take your tablet, the treatment will work as well as if it had been taken from the onset of the attack.

How effective Is Zomig?

In some severe migraine cases, a second dose can be required to fully relieve the pain of the headache, but in studies, the effectiveness of Zomig was undeniable, with positive results achieved in 90% of patients.

The 5mg dose seemed to achieve a higher result than the 2.5mg option in the more severe cases, but the necessary dosage for your situation, based on severity and regularity of your migraine attacks, amongst other factors, can be assessed by the doctor before you purchase your first pack.

It is worth bearing in mind that the medication is designed to be taken when a migraine has already started and that taking it does not prevent future attacks or reduce the number of attacks you have overall.

Patient Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.