Migraines and Headaches Resources
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A Headache is defined as a pain in the head or upper neck. It is one of the most common locations of pain in the body and has many causes.
Headaches have numerous causes, and in 2007 the International Headache Society agreed upon an updated classification system for headache. Because so many people suffer from headaches and because treatment sometimes is difficult, it is hoped that the new classification system will allow health care practitioners come to a specific diagnosis as to the type of headache and to provide better and more effective treatment.
There are three major categories of headaches:
Primary headaches include migraine, tension, and cluster headaches, ...
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What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
ZOMIG (zolmitriptan nasal spray) Nasal Spray is indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
ZOMIG (zolmitriptan nasal spray) should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established. If a patient has no response for the first migraine attack treated with ZOMIG (zolmitriptan nasal spray) , the diagnosis of migraine should be reconsidered before ZOMIG (zolmitriptan nasal spray) is administered to treat any subsequent attacks.
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using zolmitriptan and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Zolmitriptan belongs to a group of drugs called "triptans." Migraines are thought to occur when certain blood vessels in the brain become swollen (dilated). This drug works by helping blood vessels in the brain to ret...
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Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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