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Zolmitriptan (Systemic)

Brand Names : Zomig

Zolmitriptan | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects


Precautions While Using This Medicine

Drinking alcoholic beverages can make headaches worse or cause new headaches to occur. People who suffer from severe headaches should probably avoid alcoholic beverages, especially during a headache.

Some people feel drowsy or dizzy during or after a migraine, or after taking zolmitriptan to relieve a migraine. As long as you are feeling drowsy or dizzy, do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy or are not alert .


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Date Written: 04/03/1998
Date Revised: 05/21/2001









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