ZOMIG Reviews (ZOLMITRIPTAN)Average Rating: 4.2 (266 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare ZOMIG with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR ZOMIG | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | severe recurrent migraines | Had problems with the ordinary tablets due to Lactose allergy - often not very sucessful at helping the migraines. "Zomig Rapimelt" have made such a difference - they are fantastic! I can often carry on with what I am doing within 15-30 minutes rather than having to resort to a dark room! They are much more effective, work quicker and easier to take too. (Zomig Tablets - a few years, Zomig Rapimelt - 5 months) | 5 months | 2/5/2002 | 5 | Migraine | GENERIC ZOMIG DOES NOT WORK | Get the BRANDED ZOMIG ONLY | 5 years | 7/17/2016 | 4 | migraine | frequent urination, dry mouth, tighteness and pain in throat. I had no side effects until 2.5 yrs. Side effects get worse with often usage. | but definitly zomig makes migraine go away in 30-45min. The sooner I take, early it works. | 5 years | 3/8/2006 | 5 | Migraines | Tightness/muscle soreness in the neck, upper shoulders and through the chest; sneezing; increased urination; tightness in throat; slightly drowsy with increased desire to take a nap about an hour after taking it. | My wonder drug. I've gotten menstrual related migraines since age 14 and Zomig is the first medication that has helped. I've been on it for just about as long as it's been on the market. I've on occasion forgotten to get my prescription filled in time and had to endure a migraine without it. Not a good situation. I usually split the pills in half because 2.5 mg is really all it takes and taking the whole pill makes the side effects I already get even worse. However there is not one side effect that I consider a problem when I compare it to the pain of my migraines. | F | 34 | 4 years | 4/3/2006 | 5 | Migraine | jaw tightening, a little bit "wrung out" the next day | Zomig doesn't work as well as Maxalt, but it does work LONGER, so if I have an on-going migraine trigger (like being in an airplane) then it is the best choice. I was never able to fly internationally before, now I can. The only problem is that I quickly build up a tolerance, so I can only take it about once a month or else it doesn't work at all. | F | 44 | 5 years | 9/25/2005 | 5 | ocular migranes | very few...the good outweighs the bad. | Have been taking zomig 10mg nasal for 2yrs. Have had migranes for 5 years. Started out about 1 every 2 months or so then about the past year began having about 3 per week until my doctor put me on topamax. Now I seem to have my ocular migranes less frequently (have only had 3 in 6 weeks...what a relief!) and where before I would have to take 2 of the nasal zomigs to get rid of the migrane I now only require one. I hope the topamax continues its success. I already know how well the zomig works. | F | 55 | 2 years | 4/10/2006 | 5 | frequent migraines | No side effects | Zomig rids headache quickly. I use one ultracet for pain with it and it works perfectly and never needs repeating until the next headache. | F | 56 | 4 years | 11/5/2006 | 5 | Migraines | Difficulty driving first time I took it (5 mg); neck pain first few times I tried it, now just minor facial pain within first 30 mins of taking it, as the migraine is going away (but I'm so glad it means it's working that I don't mind!); sensitivity to warm water (feels hot); frequent urination | This medicine is great. It gets rid of my migraines within 1-2 hours with no sleepiness. I can just continue my regular activities, whereas with each migraine I'd sleep about 14 hours straight trying to get rid of it. The weird thing is that one doctor insisted I have sinus headaches because the pain of my migraines is often alongside my nose and can be accompanied by stuffiness. But once I take the Zomig, the pain and stuffiness disappear within 2 hours. These are definitely migraines, because migraine meds work for me! Wish I would have started years ago instead of struggling through my days as a preschool teacher and mom. Jesus, I love You and thanks for this medication!!!!!! | F | 40 | 15 months | 5/5/2006 | 5 | Frequent migraines | drowsiness, sometimes tightness in chest/shoulders | I get really bad migraines (last for 2+ days, with vomiting, etc.) but zomig is AMAZING. It works within 30-60 minutes, whenever I take it (whether it's towards the beginning or middle of the migraine); the migraine is completely gone. Sometimes the side effects are annoying because I get so tired that I feel like I'm going to collapse, but it's nothing compared to the pain of the migraine. | F | 22 | 2 years | 12/24/2005 | 5 | Migraines | Sleepiness, and definite muscle weakness which last over 24 hours | I really hate the sleepiness and feeling like I'm made of spaghetti but hey it knocks my headache OUT! My neurologysts switched from Imitrex to Zomig and I can say that despite the side effects I feel like I can actually live my life a little better :) | F | 32 | 1 months | 10/6/2005 | 5 | Severe Migraines | Joint pain especially in the jaw. | It was amazing in the beginning no more migraines that lasted for days. It worked fast. I loved that it dissolved in my mouth because i would often get nausea with my migraines. then I started having to take 2 pills for it to work. Then eventually it completely stopped working. Now on Frova (which has some HORRIBLE side effects) I miss my Zomig :( Stay on it for as long as you can. | F | 21 | 3 years | 2/7/2007 | 5 | frequent migraines | none to speak of | This is the only triptan that consistently works for me. I take 1/2 of a 5 mg tablet and in an hour or so my headache is gone. This drug has given me back my life!! | F | 58 | 4 years | 4/17/2006 | 5 | Migraine | In my case, Its the only medication that can stop the pain (in an hour or less). The side effects longs just for 15 to 20 minutes then they dissappear and the pain dissappears too. I can work and do the things i have to do. Ihave use other medications but i'll never change zomig for other medications. Not all headaches are migraine so zomig its not for everyone. | F | 42 | 3 years 5 mg | 5/14/2012 | 5 | migraine | Zomig is a life saver for me. I suffer from menstrual migraines and zomig is the only thing that helps me. The only side affect I usually have is sensitivity to touch. | F | 47 | 6 years 2.5mg | 5/25/2012 | 5 | Migraine | Discomfort for about 15min Tightness of the throat and tingling in my face and fingers. Tight Jaw and sensitive to heat | I would regard Zomig as a life saver for me. if i can catch my triggers earlie enough i only need on tablet but sometimes it takes two. The side effects are bearable as my doctor explained them to me before taking this medicine. I have had the on set of one this morning at 10.30 and its completely gone by 12.30 no head ache what so ever. my jaw still a bit tight but completely fine | F | 33 | 12 years 2.5 1X AN | 9/27/2012 | 5 | Frequent migraines | No side effects here. Actually makes me feel so great! | Zomig has been a lifesaver for me. I used to take Relpax, which was also great, but insurance all of a sudden refused to cover it. Tried Imitrex and didn't work and had horrible side effects. Zomig takes the migraine away in about 30 minutes and I feel great afterward. I wish it would go generic, because it's very expensive and my insurance limits the quanity. | F | 46 | 2 years 5mg 2X W | 12/20/2012 | 5 | lots of sex | F | 18 | 3 years | 1/4/2006 | 5 | chronic migraine | Increased pain for about 10 minutes right before the drug takes effect. I don't like the taste of the ZMT but it works much faster than the other one. No other side effects. | I have taken imitrex, amerge, and now zomig and zomig is the ONLY one with no side effects. I get migraines 3 out of every 4 days and I wake up with them. Usually, 1.25mg will get rid of them completely within 1 hour. If not I keep taking 1.25mg until it's gone. | F | 49 | 10 years | 9/7/2006 | 5 | Monthly migraines | Achiness - general joint achiness and the feeling of little needles/prickly feeling on my skin from the shower. Sensitivity to hot liquids. Slight tightening of the throat. | In general, I have found this to be the wonder drug. While the side effects occcur every time, I have often said I can take pain anywhere other than my head! | F | 50 | 5 years | 3/8/2006 | 5 | Frequent Migraines | Muscle aches/soreness, sore throat, "cotton mouth" (gross taste several hours later), nausea, occasional vomiting (that could be from the migraine though), nasal spray tastes HORRIBLE, fatigue, breast tenderness, and nose tenderness (nasal spray). The dissolving tablets knock me out for several hours, while the nasal spray does not. | I have been using the nasal spray for about 3 1/2 years. It works VERY quickly (usually within a few minutes), but the side effects are not very fun. It beats having a migraine though. The self-dissolving tablets I just started using a couple of months ago. They take longer to work, but don't taste as bad. I still use both. However, Triptans should only be used a max of 2x per week because of the risk of heart problems. I take both with a little food and ginger ale or sprite to calm my stomach. Gum also helps get rid of the taste. Amazing medicine, has changed my life for the better! | F | 27 | 3.5 years 5 mg 1X W | 2/25/2010 |
ZOMIG (ZOLMITRIPTAN): Zolmitriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Zolmitriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Zolmitriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks. FDA Approval Date: 1997-11-25 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)