Details for: JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN
Company: JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION
DIN | DIN name | Active Ingredient(s) | Strength | Dosage Form | Route of Administration |
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02421623 | JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN | ZOLMITRIPTAN | 2.5 MG | TABLET | ORAL |
Consumer Information
This information was provided by the drug’s manufacturer when this drug product was approved for sale in Canada. It is designed for consumers and care givers. It is a summary of information about the drug and will not tell you everything about the drug. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about the drug.
What the medication is used for
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN belong to a group of anti-migraine
drugs called 5-HT1 agonists. JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN is
used to relieve your migraine headache and other associated
symptoms of a migraine attack.
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN should not be used
continuously to prevent or reduce the number of attacks
you experience. Use JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN only to
treat an actual migraine headache attack.
What it does
Migraine headache is believed to be caused by a widening of the blood vessels in the head. JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN narrows the vessels and relieves the pain and other symptoms of migraine headache.
When it should not be used
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN should not be used if:
What the medicinal ingredient is
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN tablets contain 2.5 mg of zolmitriptan as the active ingredient.
What the non-medicinal ingredients are
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN contains: anhydrous lactose, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, magnesium stearate and the film coating ingredients are as follows: Hypromellose, Polyethylene glycol, Yellow iron oxide and Titanium dioxide.
What dosage form it comes in
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN is supplied in tablets of 2.5 mg in blister packs containing 6 tablets.
Warnings and precautions
BEFORE you use JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN talk to your doctor or pharmacist if the answer to any of the following questions is YES, or if you do not know the answer: Are you pregnant, think you might be pregnant, or trying to become pregnant? Are you using inadequate contraception? Are you breastfeeding?
As with other migraine treatments, using too much JAMPZOLMITRIPTAN can cause daily headaches or can make your migraine headaches worse. Ask your doctor if you think that this is the case for you. You may need to stop using JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN to correct the problem.
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN tablets contain lactose which is a type of sugar. If you have been told by your doctor that you cannot tolerate or digest milk or some sugars, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Use of JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN during pregnancy:
Do not use JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, are trying to become pregnant or are using inadequate contraception, unless you have discussed this with your doctor.
Interactions with this medication
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other drugs you take, including:
Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, even those that can be bought without a prescription.
Proper use of this medication
USUAL DOSE:
Adults
The usual dosage is 2.5 mg, or lower if recommended by
your doctor. A lower dose can be obtained by manually
breaking a tablet in half. The dose should be taken as soon as
your migraine appears, but it may be taken at any time during
your migraine headache. Swallow your dose with water.
A second dose may be taken if your headache returns, but not
sooner than 2 hours following the first tablet. For any attack
where you have no response to the first dose, do not take a
second dose without first consulting your doctor.
Do not administer more than 10 mg in any 24 hour period.
OVERDOSE:
Side effects and what to do about them
Although the vast majority of zolmitriptan users have not experienced any significant problems, you should be aware that the following side effects may occur. Commonly reported side effects of zolmitriptan are:
JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN may commonly cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you are sure that you are not drowsy.
Other common side effects include:
Uncommon side effects include:
Tell your doctor of these symptoms at your next visit. Migraineurs may be at risk of certain cerebrovascular events such as cerebral bleeding and stroke. In very rare cases, as with other drugs of this type, such diseases have been reported in association with the use of zolmitriptan.
In very rare cases, as with other drugs of this type (5HT1 agonists), the following side effects have been reported:
See the following table for what to do about serious side effects.
Symptom / effect | Talk to your health care professional Only if severe | Talk to your health care professional In all cases | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help |
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Common (frequency greater than or equal to 1% but in less than 10% of patients) | |||
Irregular heart beat | ✔ | ||
Sensation of pain, pressure of tightness in the chest, neck, throat, jaw, arms or legs | ✔ | ||
Sensations of tingling, heat, heaviness or pressure | ✔ | ||
Uncommon (frequency greater than or equal to 0.1% but in less than 1% of patients) | |||
Fast heart rate | ✔ | ||
Temporary increase in blood pressure | ✔ | ||
Rare (frequency greater than or equal to 0.01% but in less | |||
Shortness of breath, wheeziness, heart throbbing, swelling of the eyelids, face, or lips; or a skin rash, itchy rash, skin lumps or hives, or swelling with fluid in the tissues | ✔ | ||
Very rare (frequency in less than 0.01% of patients) | |||
Symptoms of a heart attack (chest pain, sweating, shortness of breath) | ✔ | ||
Sudden or severe abdominal pain or bloody diarrhea | ✔ |
How to store
Keep your medicine in a safe place where children cannot
reach it. JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN could be harmful to
children. Store your medication between 15oC and 30ºC,
away from direct heat.
If your doctor decides to stop your treatment, return your
medicine to the pharmacist for disposal. Do not take your
medication after the expiry date on the package and blister
foil. Return the tablets to your pharmacist for disposal.
Reporting side effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/healthcanada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffectcanada/adverse-reaction-reporting.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
More information
The name of your medicine is JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN which can only be obtained by prescription from your doctor. The decision to use JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN is one that you and your doctor should make jointly, taking into account your individual preferences and medical circumstances. If you have risk factors for heart disease (such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, smoking, strong family history of heart disease, or you are a post-menopausal female, or a male over 40), tell your doctor. Your doctor should evaluate you for heart disease in order to determine if JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN are appropriate for you.
If you want more information about JAMP-ZOLMITRIPTAN:
This leaflet was prepared by:
JAMP Pharma Corporation
1310 rue Nobel
Boucherville, Québec
J4B 5H3, Canada
Date of Revision: July 13, 2020