Zolmitriptan

Migraine, Cluster Headache, Liver + 1 more

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Zolmitriptan

What is Zolmitriptan

Zolmitriptan

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Zolmitriptan is an oral medication used to treat migraine headaches. It belongs to a group of drugs called triptans and is one of the most commonly prescribed medications for this condition. It is available in tablet and nasal spray form under the brand name Zomig. Zolmitriptan can be taken alone or with an NSAID, such as naproxen, to provide the best relief from migraine pain. It was approved by the FDA in 1997 and is considered the gold standard in treating acute migraine attacks.

Zomig

is the brand name

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Zolmitriptan Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Zomig

Zolmitriptan

1998

91

Effectiveness

How Zolmitriptan Affects Patients

Zolmitriptan is a type of drug called a triptan, which works by activating certain serotonin receptors in the body. It can help reduce the pain of migraines, but can also cause adverse cardiovascular effects such as heart attack, stroke, or arrhythmia. Other side effects of taking Zolmitriptan include chest/throat/neck/jaw pain, tightness, and/or pressure, as well as the possibility of overusing the medication or having a reaction that affects the body's serotonin levels. People with phenylketonuria should be aware that ZOMIG-ZMT contains

How Zolmitriptan works in the body

Migraines are severe headaches usually accompanied by nausea, light and sound sensitivity, and irritability. The exact cause is not known, but it is thought to involve both the nerves and blood vessels in the brain. Zolmitriptan is a medication used to treat migraines. It works by targeting certain nerve and blood vessels throughout the brain. This helps calm down the nerves and blood vessels, reducing the pain and other symptoms of migraine.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended dosage of Zolmitriptan is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction, such as Cluster Headache, Migraine and moderate or extreme hepatic insufficiency. The measure varies as per the method of delivery (e.g. Spray, metered - Nasal or Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral) recorded in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Migraine Disorders

, 2.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.0 mg/pump actuation, 2.5 mg/pump actuation

, Oral, Tablet, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered - Nasal, Spray, metered, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Spray - Nasal; Oral, Spray, Nasal; Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Spray - Nasal

Migraine

, 2.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.0 mg/pump actuation, 2.5 mg/pump actuation

, Oral, Tablet, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered - Nasal, Spray, metered, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Spray - Nasal; Oral, Spray, Nasal; Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Spray - Nasal

Cluster Headache

, 2.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.0 mg/pump actuation, 2.5 mg/pump actuation

, Oral, Tablet, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered - Nasal, Spray, metered, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Spray - Nasal; Oral, Spray, Nasal; Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Spray - Nasal

Liver

, 2.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.0 mg/pump actuation, 2.5 mg/pump actuation

, Oral, Tablet, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered - Nasal, Spray, metered, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Spray - Nasal; Oral, Spray, Nasal; Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Spray - Nasal

Warnings

Zolmitriptan has fourteen contraindications and should not be used in tandem with the conditions provided in the subsequent table.

Zolmitriptan Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Coronary Vasospasm

Do Not Combine

cardiac accessory conduction pathway disorders

Do Not Combine

Basilar-Type Migraine

Do Not Combine

Stroke

Do Not Combine

Peripheral Vascular Disease

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Coronary Artery Disease

Do Not Combine

Transient Ischemic Attack

Do Not Combine

Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Do Not Combine

Hypertensive disease

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

intestinal ischemia

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Zolmitriptan may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Zolmitriptan.

Common Zolmitriptan Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Azelastine

Major

Zolmitriptan may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.

Ethanol

Major

Zolmitriptan may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Ethanol.

Methylene blue

Major

Zolmitriptan may increase the serotonergic activities of Methylene blue.

Mirtazapine

Major

Zolmitriptan may increase the serotonergic activities of Mirtazapine.

Oliceridine

Major

The risk or severity of hypotension, sedation, death, somnolence, and respiratory depression can be increased when Zolmitriptan is combined with Oliceridine.

Zolmitriptan Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Taking too much zolmitriptan may lead to serious side effects such as changes to the blood vessels and activation of serotonin receptors. Those who take a single dose of 50 mg may feel drowsy. It is recommended to provide medical support and symptom relief in cases of overdose.

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Zolmitriptan Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Zolmitriptan?

65 clinical trials are in progress to investigate the potential of Zolmitriptan in treating moderate to severe hepatic impairment, Cluster Headache and Migraine Disorders.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Liver

0 Actively Recruiting

Migraine Disorders

0 Actively Recruiting

Migraine

51 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 2, Early Phase 1

Cluster Headache

2 Actively Recruiting

Phase 1, Phase 2

Zolmitriptan Reviews: What are patients saying about Zolmitriptan?

5

Patient Review

3/13/2009

Zolmitriptan for Migraine Headache

Extremely effective at treating migraines, but be aware that it can cause drowsiness. I find that I fall asleep and wake up without a migraine, but if I need to stay awake, the medicine makes me feel light-headed and dizzy.

4.7

Patient Review

11/20/2019

Zolmitriptan for Migraine Headache

I'm mostly pleased with this product. If I don't take it the second I notice a migraine starting, it's not as effective.

4.3

Patient Review

5/13/2008

Zolmitriptan for Migraine Headache

Zolmitriptan has helped me a lot by taking care of my migraines and their neurological symptoms. However, I do get headaches from the medication itself (although they're manageable), as well as some other side effects that can last around 24 hours. These include hot water making my skin tingle, mild dizziness, and generally feeling out-of-it.

4

Patient Review

10/9/2010

Zolmitriptan for Migraine Headache

This drug has been effective in treating my headaches; however, the problem is that they tend to come back every day.
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Patient Q&A Section about zolmitriptan

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is zolmitriptan a narcotic drug?

"Zomig is a drug that is used to treat migraine pain, but it is not a narcotic."

Answered by AI

How long does zolmitriptan take to work?

"In patients who respond to treatment, Zomig is effective within one hour of taking the medication. Zomig works just as well no matter when it is taken during a migraine attack, but it is best to take it as soon as possible after the migraine begins."

Answered by AI

How does zolmitriptan make you feel?

"Zolmitriptan is a type of medication that is designed to specifically target serotonin receptors. By narrowing the blood vessels around the brain, it is able to effectively stop pain signals from being sent to the brain and also block the release of certain natural substances that can cause a range of symptoms associated with migraines including pain and nausea."

Answered by AI

What is zolmitriptan prescribed for?

"Zolmitriptan is a medication used to treat acute migraine headaches in adults. It is not effective in preventing migraine headaches or treating cluster headaches. Zolmitriptan works by targeting pain receptors in the brain to relieve the pain associated with migraines."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Zolmitriptan

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App-based Breathing Program for Migraine

18+
All Sexes
Phoenix, AZ

Migraine is one of the most common neurological disorders, characterized by recurrent headaches, sensitivity to light and movement, nausea, and autonomic dysregulation. Although mind-body interventions like biofeedback have shown their efficacy, they remain underutilized due to barriers such as transportation, time constraints, lack of awareness, stigma, and cost. A targeted approach to enhancing HRV is HRV biofeedback (HRVB), a technique using visual or auditory feedback to help people regulate HRV through slow-paced breathing and positive emotional regulation to promote ANS balance and emotional resilience. Investigators will conduct a remotely delivered pilot RCT of an 8-week, 10 min/day, novel app-based HRVB intervention compared to a sham control intervention (matching intervention time and attention with no biofeedback component) in adult with chronic migraine. Investigators hypothesize data collected from the study will: a) support the feasibility and acceptability of the remotely delivered app-based HRVB intervention among adults with chronic migraine, and b) provide insights into refining the intervention by examining patterns of change in migraine and psychological outcomes from pre- to post-intervention.

Waitlist Available
Online Trial

Arizona State University

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Rimegepant + Zavegepant for Migraine

18+
All Sexes
New York, NY

This study evaluates the effectiveness of rimegepant 75 mg orally disintegrating tablet (ODT) single-dose or zavegepant 10 mg nasal spray single-dose as acute migraine treatments during Emergency Department (ED) encounters. Although these two calcitonin gene-related peptide receptors (CGRP) receptor antagonists are FDA-approved for the indication of acute migraine treatment, past studies have been limited to the outpatient setting. If these medications are effective in the Emergency Department, their delivery methods alone may have advantages over intravenous medications commonly used for acute migraine in EDs, including quicker time to treatment delivery, faster pain relief, and reduced ED length of stay. This investigation is a pilot study to examine rimegepant and zavegepant in an ED, to gain insight on effectiveness in this setting. This study will administer rimegepant 75 mg ODT single-dose or zavegepant 10 mg nasal spray single-dose as acute migraine treatments to 100 patients in the Emergency Department. It is a single center, open-label, non-controlled 2-group clinical trial (allocated 1:1 to rimegepant or zavegepant via pseudo-random assignment). The study will enroll adults in the ED meeting ICHD-3 criteria for migraine or probable migraine, with or without aura.

Phase 4
Recruiting

Mount Sinai Hospital

Jonathan Schimmel

Pfizer

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Visual Adaptation for Visual Snow

18 - 60
All Sexes
Minneapolis, MN

The goal of this study is to learn more about the brain pathways and activity involved in creating Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS). The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does VSS arise from spontaneous activity in brain pathways? * Where in the brain does the activity contributing to VSS arise? * How does brain activity contribute to VSS? Participants will: 1. Undergo assessments and questionnaires to understand visual and mental symptoms, cognitive, and sensory function. 2. Make visual judgements based on images presented to them both inside and outside a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine. 3. Undergo scanning of their brain while inside of an MRI machine.

Recruiting
Paid Trial

University of Minnesota

Michael-Paul Schallmo, Ph.D.

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Cocoa Extract for Migraine

18+
All Sexes
Boston, MA

The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the feasibility of recruitment and adherence to a high-dose cocoa extract supplement in individuals diagnosed with episodic migraine. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Will we be able to enroll 114 participants during the recruitment period? * Will participants take study pills daily during the pill-taking period? Researchers will compare two doses of cocoa extract to placebo to determine the acceptability of higher doses of cocoa extract supplementation in this patient population. Participants will be asked to: * Provide two urine samples * Complete daily questionnaires * Take four study pills a day for 12 weeks

Recruiting
Dietary Supplement

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Pamela M Rist, ScD

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