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Zomig

Zolmitriptan

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9.2  Effectiveness
5  Side Effects
7.3  Holistic Benefits

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Excedrin Migraine Caplets 9.14 7.78 2.09 22 Get Info
Zomig 9 6.66 3.54 5 Get Info
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Effectiveness of Zomig by Condition
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Zomig, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Blood Pressure 0% 16.7% 66.7% 16.7% 0%
Breathing 0% 20% 80% 0% 0%
Confidence 0% 0% 80% 20% 0%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 0% 80% 20% 0%
Digestion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Emotional Well-being 0% 20% 80% 0% 0%
Energy 0% 33.3% 33.3% 16.7% 16.7%
Eyesight 0% 33.3% 50% 16.7% 0%
Memory 0% 16.7% 66.7% 16.7% 0%
Mental Clarity 0% 20% 60% 20% 0%
Pain 0% 16.7% 33.3% 16.7% 33.3%
Patience 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Sexual Health 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Skin Complexion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Sleep 0% 16.7% 66.7% 16.7% 0%
Stress Level 0% 0% 80% 20% 0%
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Commonly Reported Zomig Side Effects
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Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Allergic Reaction 60% 20% 0% 20% 0%
Chest Heaviness / Pressure 33.3% 50% 0% 16.7% 0%
Dehydration / Thirst 25% 75% 0% 0% 0%
Dizziness 42.9% 57.1% 0% 0% 0%
Drowsiness 50% 16.7% 33.3% 0% 0%
Fatigue 66.7% 0% 16.7% 16.7% 0%
Feeling of Warmth 60% 40% 0% 0% 0%
Headache 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Hot Flashes / Flushing 80% 0% 20% 0% 0%
Increased Urination 33.3% 33.3% 16.7% 16.7% 0%
Irregular Heartbeat 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Nausea 57.1% 42.9% 0% 0% 0%
Tingling Sensations 57.1% 28.6% 14.3% 0% 0%
Tremors 75% 0% 25% 0% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported Zomig Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Concentration / Focus Problems 40% 60% 0% 0% 0%
Confusion 60% 40% 0% 0% 0%
Dehydration / Thirst 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Depression 60% 40% 0% 0% 0%
Dry Mouth 83.3% 16.7% 0% 0% 0%
Feeling of Warmth 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Irregular Heartbeat 75% 25% 0% 0% 0%
Language Problems 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Migraine / Chronic Daily Headaches 71.4% 0% 14.3% 14.3% 0%
Osteoporosis / Loss of Bone Mass 80% 20% 0% 0% 0%
Thinning / Loss of Hair 83.3% 16.7% 0% 0% 0%
Unusual Taste in Mouth 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
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Episodes since taking Zomig
Since taking Zomig Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Hospitalization 12.5%
Seizure 12.5%
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User Comments about Zomig
11 Aug 2011 I was hospitalized after my pulse went through the roof when I took Zomig. It was attributed to an allergic reaction, so unfortunately this triptan is no long available to me (I still take Maxalt and Imitrex). However, my dad takes Zomig regularly and does quite well with it when he combines it with a painkiller.
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22 Mar 2011 THE BENEFIT OF THE MED OUTWAYS THE SIDE EFFECT. IT IS THE ONLY TX THAT WORKS FOR MY H/A PAIN.
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27 Jun 2010 I have struggled with horrendous and debilitating migraines since I was 5 years old where nothing I tried would help to relieve them. I am now 21 years old and have been using Zomig for at least 5 years since I was first perscribed it. I love Zomig it is seriously the only medication I have been able to find to cure my migraines and as long as I take it when I first feel the migraine coming on the relief is quick. The only thing I would change about the medication is to increase the amount of tablets given in each perscription and to decrease the price. Although, usually the 9 tablets is enough for a month and I would continue to pay the price because it is definately worth it!
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19 Mar 2009 Very effective at shutting down a migraine. The earlier in the development of the migraine the lower the dose I need to take. However.... over the last few years I have developed "chronic" or daily migraines and I think Zomig could be the cause. Have apt to see specialist to evaluate.
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25 Feb 2009 I was on Imitrex for many years and went through horrible after affects. With Zomig I have some but not nearly as horrid as with Imitrex. I take 5 mg. with Vicodin. I would recommend anyone to try Zomig if you have migraines.
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