ZOLMITRIPTAN Pharmacology

ZOLMITRIPTAN

About ZOLMITRIPTAN
Selective serotonin (5HT1) agonists, Anti migraine
Mechanism of Action of ZOLMITRIPTAN
Zolmitriptan is a selective agonist for serotonin (5HT1 receptors). It relieves migraine by selective constriction of intracranial blood vessels, neuropeptide release inhibition and decreased transmission in the trigeminal pain pathway
Pharmacokinets of ZOLMITRIPTAN
Absorption: Absorbed via oral and intranasal
Distribution: Protein binding 25%
Metabolism: Undergo hepatic metabolism
Excretion: Excreted through urine
Onset of Action for ZOLMITRIPTAN
Oral: 1 hr, Intranasal: 15 min
Duration of Action for ZOLMITRIPTAN
N/A
Half Life of ZOLMITRIPTAN
N/A
Side Effects of ZOLMITRIPTAN
1.Dizziness
2.Asthenia
3.Dry mouth
4.Hyperesthesia
5.Paresthesia
6.Drowsiness
7.Nausea
8.Pain or Sensations of tingling
9.Hypotension
Contra-indications of ZOLMITRIPTAN
1.Hypertension
2.Prinzmetal?s angina
3.Diabetes mellitus
4.History of MI
Special Precautions while taking ZOLMITRIPTAN
1.Allergy
2.Intestine or liver disease
3.High blood pressure of cholesterol
4.Diabetes
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Neonates: Contraindicated
Indications for ZOLMITRIPTAN
Acute Migraine Attack
Interactions for ZOLMITRIPTAN
Increased risk of serotonin syndrome with SSRI, selective serotonin- and norepinephrine-reuptake inhibitors (SNRI)
Increased zolmitriptan concentrations with cimetidine, quinolone antibacterials and drugs that inhibit the cytochrome P450 isoenzyme CYP1A2
Typical Dosage for ZOLMITRIPTAN
2.5 mg orally once or 5 mg intranasally once. May repeat dose after 2 hours.Maximum dose in a 24 hour period is 10 mg
Schedule of ZOLMITRIPTAN
N/A
Storage Requirements for ZOLMITRIPTAN
Store between 20 degree celcius-25 degree celcius in a tightly closed container. Protect from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of ZOLMITRIPTAN
N/A
Effects of Overdose of ZOLMITRIPTAN
N/A

Home Delivery for ZOLMITRIPTAN in Your City

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Please be aware that you should take zolmitriptan only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for zolmitriptan before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for zolmitriptan with the pharmacy.

ZOLMITRIPTAN is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for zolmitriptan might be better known than zolmitriptan itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have zolmitriptan in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for zolmitriptan.