The medicine we use: Zomig.

Zomig: uses Zomig is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headaches, pain, and other symptoms of migraines, including nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light/sound. Prompt treatment allows we to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Zomig doesn't prevent future migraines or reduce how often we may get a migraine.

Zomig belongs to a group of drugs called " triptans. " Migraines are thought to occur when certain blood vessels in brain become swollen ( dilated ) . Zomig works by helping blood vessels in the brain to return to normal size. It may also block pain signals in brain.

Zomig: how to use Read Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist before you start using Zomig and each time we get a refill. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if we have any questions.

Your dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Take Zomig by mouth, with or without food, at first sign of a migraine as directed by your doctor. If there's no improvement in your symptoms, don't take any more doses of Zomig before talking to your doctor. If your symptoms are only partly relieved, or if your headache comes back, we may take a second dose after 2 hours or as directed by your doctor. Don't take more than 10 milligrams in a 24-hour period.

If we have certain conditions that increase your risk of heart disease and we have never taken Zomig before, you may need to be monitored for rare but serious side effects ( e. g. , chest pain ) when we take the first dose. Your doctor may ask we to take first dose in office. See Precautions section for more information.

Tell your doctor if your condition doesn't improve or if it worsens.

Zomig: side effects Tingling/numbness, nausea, dry mouth, weakness, drowsiness, or dizziness may occur while use Zomig. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed Zomig because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than risk of side effects. Many people using Zomig don't have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

Pain/pressure/tightness in chest/neck/jaw can occur shortly after using Zomig. These side effects are usually not serious. However, we mayn't be able to tell them apart from a rare but very serious reaction related to a lack of blood flow to heart, brain, or other parts of the body. Therefore, seek immediate medical attention if we notice any of these unlikely side effects:

Zomig may rarely cause a very serious condition called serotonin syndrome. The risk increases when Zomig is used with certain other drugs such as other " triptans " used to treat migraine headaches ( e. g. , sumatriptan, eletriptan ) , certain antidepressants including SSRIs ( e. g. , citalopram, fluoxetine, paroxetine ) and NSRIs ( e. g. , duloxetine, venlafaxine ) , or a certain drug to treat obesity ( sibutramine ) . Before taking Zomig, tell your doctor if we take any of these medications. Serotonin syndrome may be more likely when we start or increase dose of any of these medications. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop some of following symptoms:

A very serious allergic reaction to Zomig is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if we notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

This isn't a complete list of possible side effects. If we notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Zomig: precautions See also How to Use section.

Before taking Zomig, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're allergic to it; or to other " triptan " migraine drugs; or if we have any other allergies.

Zomig shouldn't be used if we have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if we have:

Before using Zomig, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

Before using Zomig, tell your doctor or pharmacist if we have any condition that increases your risk of heart disease, including:

If we are at high risk for heart disease, your doctor may want to check your heart before prescribing Zomig.

Zomig may make we dizzy or drowsy. Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any other activity that requires alertness. Limit alcoholic beverages.

During pregnancy, Zomig should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor.

It's not known whether Zomig passes into breast milk. Because of possible harm to nursing infant, breast-feeding while using Zomig is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Zomig: interactions See also Side Effects section.

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring we for them. Do not start, stop, or change dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Zomig should not be used with following medications because very serious interactions may occur while use Zomig:

Don't take MAO inhibitors ( e. g. , furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, tranylcypromine ) for at least 2 weeks before or after taking this drug.

Zomig shouldn't be used within 24 hours of following medication because very serious interactions may occur:

If we are currently using any of the above medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Zomig.

Before using Zomig, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products we may use, especially of:

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you also take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: certain antihistamines ( e. g. , diphenhydramine ) , anti-seizure drugs ( e. g. , carbamazepine ) , medicine for sleep or anxiety ( e. g. , alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem ) , muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers ( e. g. , codeine ) , psychiatric medicines ( e. g. , chlorpromazine, risperidone, amitriptyline, trazodone ) .

Check the labels on all your medicines ( e. g. , cough-and-cold products ) because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.

Cimetidine is a nonprescription drug that is commonly used to treat extra stomach acid. Because it may interact with Zomig, ask your pharmacist about other products to treat stomach acid.

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using Zomig, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share list with your doctor and pharmacist.

Zomig: overdose If overdose of Zomig is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Zomig: notes Don't share Zomig with others.

Laboratory and/or medical tests ( e. g. , EKG ) may be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

Zomig: missed dose Not applicable.

Zomig: storage Store the US product at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F ( 20-25 degrees C ) away from light and moisture.

Store the Canadian product at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F ( 15-30 degrees C ) away from light and moisture.

Do not store Zomig in bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Properly discard Zomig when it's expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.

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Beverly Hills Skin Care - Popular Skin Care Approaches Near Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills skin care is about a lot more than a basic, monthly facial - the mega industry encompasses a full range of non-surgical skin care treatments like chemical facial peels, Botox treatments, microdermabrasion and laser skin rejuvenation procedures.

For more information on each of these hot five Beverly hills skin care trends, keep reading for a brief overview of each method and information on where to find a skin care professional in area.

Laser Skin Rejuvenation - Let Light Shine

Also known as laser skin rejuvenation, this treatment uses laser light therapy to penetrate skin, remove dead cells, improve skin tone, reduce hyper pigmentation and reduce appearance of fine lines or scars.

Because laser skin resurfacing only takes a few minutes, it is a very popular Beverly Hills skin care procedure. The actual treatment can be painful, so most patients receive a local anesthetic and expect a recovery time of between 1 and 10 days.

Microdermabrasion: Revealing a New We

Microdermabrasion can be done at home or by a Beverly Hills skin care practitioner. However, most clients find clinical results to be significantly more effective and dramatic than those produced by at-home, do-it-yourself kits.

During your microdermabrasion treatment, practitioner will apply a handheld device to your skin. You will feel a slight abrasion against your skin as well as a fine spray. This treatment is designed to break up your skin's dead cells and reveal younger, brighter, fresher-looking skin.

After your microdermabrasion treatment, your skin may feel sensitive or appear red for about an hour. We should consequently avoid sun or any topical creams that include ingredients like Retinol or AHA.

Botox Treatment for Your Appearance

Botox falls into the skin care category thanks to its ability to prevent wrinkles through prolonged use. By far, Botox is the most popular Beverly Hills skin care method, and this common drug works by essentially paralyzing the treated muscles. In turn, these muscles no longer contract, therefore slowing the wrinkling process and preventing habit or facial expression wrinkles from forming.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are an effective way to reverse effects of sun damage, minimize appearance of scars and effectively diminish skin discoloration. Treatments can be somewhat painful, though brief, but results are effective and last a long time.

A chemical facial must be done by a specially licensed esthetician, plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or registered nurse. If the procedure requires a general or local anesthesia, a supervising doctor is required to be present, and procedure must be done in a licensed facility.

Locating a Skin Care Professional in Beverly Hills

If you are trying to locate a Beverly Hills skin care professional, try Pacific Dermatologist Association. This nonprofit, coastal organization maintains a full database of licensed members, along with a list of their specialities and contact information.

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