Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi
About Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi
Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antimigraine agents' used to prevent migraine symptoms such as headache, nausea, and vomiting. Migraine is a neurological condition characterized by intense pulsating, throbbing, pounding, debilitating headache, which usually occurs on one side of the head; however, it can occur on both sides or shift. Hormonal changes, stress, bright lights, loud sounds, and certain foods and drinks can trigger migraine headaches.
Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi contains Zolmitriptan. It works by constricting blood vessels around the brain, preventing pain signals from reaching the brain, and preventing the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other migraine symptoms.
Take Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi for as long as your doctor prescribes it. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as a sore or irritated nose, unusual taste in the mouth, tiredness, dizziness and sensitive skin, especially around the nose and a burning or tingling feeling. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not take Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have had any renal or liver problems, ischemic heart disease, hyperlipidemia (high levels of fat), menopausal disorder, obesity, smoking, cerebrovascular disease, and heart disease. Do not use Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi may cause drowsiness and tiredness, so drive only if you are alert. Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi as it could lead to increased drowsiness.
Uses of Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi
Medicinal Benefits
Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi contains Zolmitriptan (anti-migraine medication), which prevents migraine symptoms such as headaches, nausea and vomiting. It works by constricting blood vessels around the brain, preventing pain signals from reaching the brain, and preventing the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other migraine symptoms. Thus, Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi helps effectively treat symptoms of migraine-like headache, nausea and vomiting.
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Side Effects of Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to any of the contents of Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi, do not take it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of renal or liver illness, ischemic heart disease, hyperlipidemia (high levels of fat), menopausal dysfunction, obesity, smoking, cerebrovascular disease, or heart disease. Do not use Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi unless prescribed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi may cause drowsiness and fatigue, so only drive if you are awake. Children should not be given this medicine because its safety and effectiveness have not been proven. Consuming alcohol while taking Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi may cause drowsiness.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi may have interaction with other similar medicines used to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (e.g. frovatriptan), anti-depressants (e.g. duloxetine, amoxapine, doxepin), medicines used for treating nerve pain (e.g. nortriptyline), antiemetic drugs (e.g. ondansetron) and painkillers (e.g. tramadol).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid the consumption of alcohol, smoking and caffeinated products. Do not consume grapefruit while taking Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Zolmist Nasl Spray 7 mdi may interact with people with various disease conditions, including renal or liver problems, ischemic heart disease, hyperlipidemia (high levels of fat), menopausal disorder, obesity, smoking, cerebrovascular disease, and heart disease.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Migraine: It is a neurological condition that is characterized by an intense, debilitating headache. Hormonal changes, stress, lack or excess of sleep, bright lights, loud sounds, and certain foods and drinks can trigger migraine headaches. Warning symptoms precede migraine headache one or two days before the headache itself. The warning symptoms include food cravings, depression, fatigue, hyperactivity, irritability and neck stiffness. Symptoms of migraine include throbbing pain in one particular area with varying intensity, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling sensation, difficulty speaking, and sensitivity to sound and light.