Zolmitriptan (Page 7 of 7)
What are the possible side effects of zolmitriptan tablets?
Zolmitriptan tablets are generally well tolerated. As with any medicine, people taking zolmitriptan tablets may have side effects. The side effects are usually mild and do not last long.
The most common side effects of zolmitriptan tablets are:
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- pain, pressure or tightness in the neck, throat or jaw
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- dizziness
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- tingling or other abnormal sensations
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- tiredness
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- drowsiness
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- feeling warm or cold
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- nausea
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- feeling of tightness or heaviness in other areas of the body
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- dry mouth
In very rare cases, patients taking triptans may experience serious side effects, such as heart attacks, high blood pressure, stroke, or serious allergic reactions. Extremely rarely, patients have died. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following problems after taking zolmitriptan tablets:
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- severe tightness, pain, pressure or heaviness in your chest, throat, neck, or jaw
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- shortness of breath or wheezing
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- sudden or severe stomach pain
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- hives; tongue, mouth, or throat swelling
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- problems seeing
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- unusual weakness or numbness
Some people may have a reaction called serotonin syndrome, which can be life-threatening, when they use zolmitriptan tablets. In particular, this reaction may occur when they use zolmitriptan tablets together with certain types of antidepressants known as SSRIs or SNRIs. Symptoms may include mental changes (hallucinations, agitation, coma), fast heartbeat, changes in blood pressure, high body temperature or sweating, tight muscles, trouble walking, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Call your doctor immediately if you have any of these symptoms after taking zolmitriptan tablets.
This is not a complete list of side effects. Talk to your doctor if you develop any symptoms that concern you.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What to do in case of an overdose?
Call your doctor or poison control center or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
General advice about zolmitriptan tablets
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for conditions that are not mentioned in patient information leaflets. Do not use zolmitriptan tablets for a condition for which they were not prescribed. Do not give zolmitriptan tablets to other people, even if they have the same symptoms as you. People may be harmed if they take medicines that have not been prescribed for them.
This leaflet summarizes the most important information about zolmitriptan tablets. If you would like more information about zolmitriptan tablets, talk to your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information on zolmitriptan tablets that is written for healthcare professionals.
You can also call 1(888)721-7115 or visit our website at www.glenmarkpharma-us.com.
What are the ingredients in zolmitriptan tablets?
Zolmitriptan Tablets
Active ingredient: zolmitriptan
Inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol 400, polyethylene glycol 8000, red iron oxide (5 mg tablet), sodium starch glycolate, titanium dioxide and yellow iron oxide (2.5 mg tablet).
Store zolmitriptan tablets at 20° to 25°C (68° F to 77°F); [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Protect from light and moisture. Discard when expired.
Other brands mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners. The makers of these brands are not affiliated with Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited or its products.
Manufactured by:
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited.
Colvale-Bardez, Goa 403 513, India
For BluePoint Laboratories
Questions? 1 (888)721-7115
Rev 08/19
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Zolmitriptan Tablets, 2.5 mg
NDC 68001-249-01, 6 Unit Dose Tablets
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Zolmitriptan Tablets, 5 mg
NDC 68001-250-01, 3 Unit Dose Tablets
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Glenmark Generics Ltd. | 677318665 | ANALYSIS (68001-249), ANALYSIS (68001-250), MANUFACTURE (68001-249), MANUFACTURE (68001-250) |
Revised: 01/2020 BluePoint Laboratories
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