Zolmist Nasal Spray

Zolmist Nasal Spray is used to treat acute migraine attacks. It works by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches and preventing the attack from becoming worse.
 

Zolmist Nasal Spray is taken by mouth with or without food. Never skip any doses and try to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. In case you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should continue to take this medicine as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly. Consult your doctor if you develop stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or worsening high blood pressure while taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise for regular eye checkups if you have been taking this medicine for a longer time.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine includes sedation, weakness, chest and neck tightness, dry mouth, and peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand). It may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause increase in blood pressure, keep a check on your blood pressure while taking this medicine. In case you experience severe chest pain that does not go away or you have wheezing, breathing problem, or any skin rashes, contact the doctor as soon as possible.

Uses of Zolmist Nasal Spray

• Acute migraine headache

Side effects of Zolmist Nasal Spray

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zolmist

• Dizziness
• Taste change
• Dryness in mouth
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Sleepiness
• Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
• Headache
• Hyperesthesia (increased sensitivity)
• Warm sensation
• Abdominal pain
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Palpitations
• Muscle weakness

How to use Zolmist Nasal Spray

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat the same process for the other nostrils.

How Zolmist Nasal Spray works

Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation (swelling) of blood vessels in the head. Zolmist Nasal Spray is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream through the inner lining of the nose. Once absorbed, it works by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels in the head, stops transmission of pain signals to the brain, and blocks the release of chemicals that cause nausea and other migraine symptoms. This relieves the migraine attack.