Zolmist Nasal Spray (7 MDI in 1 bottle)
05 Box $90.00
Zolmist Nasal Spray by Cipla is a zolmitriptan spray (generic Zomig Nasal) that can start relieving a migraine within about 15 minutes. Ships from India. Delivery to the USA takes 7–14 days, 100% delivery guaranteed. Free shipping on orders over $100.
| Active Ingredient | Zolmitriptan (triptan) — check pack for dose per spray |
|---|---|
| Pack | 7 metered doses per bottle |
| Used For | Acute migraine, especially with nausea or vomiting |
| How to Use | One spray at the start of a migraine; repeat after 2 hours if needed |
| Pharmaceutical Company | Cipla Ltd |
- Discreet packaging on every order
- Tracked worldwide shipping
- Reship or refund if your parcel does not arrive
Category: Painkiller
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What is Zolmist Nasal Spray?
Zolmist Nasal Spray is a zolmitriptan nasal spray made by Cipla — a generic of Zomig Nasal Spray. Each bottle holds 7 metered doses.
A nasal spray is absorbed partly through the lining of the nose, so it can start working within about 15 minutes — faster than most tablets — and it is useful when migraine nausea or vomiting makes swallowing a tablet difficult. Check the pack for the strength per spray; zolmitriptan nasal sprays come in 2.5 mg and 5 mg doses.
How Zolmitriptan Works
During a migraine, blood vessels around the brain widen and nerves release inflammatory signals, including a protein called CGRP. Zolmitriptan is a triptan: it stimulates serotonin receptors (5-HT1B and 5-HT1D) that narrow those vessels and switch off the release of pain signals.
Triptans treat a migraine that has already started — they do not prevent attacks. They work best taken early, while the headache is still mild, and they also ease the nausea and sensitivity to light and sound that come with a migraine. They do not help ordinary tension headaches.
How to Use the Spray
- Blow your nose gently. Remove the cap but do not prime or test-spray — each bottle holds a set number of doses.
- Block one nostril with a finger, tilt your head slightly back, insert the tip into the other nostril and press the plunger firmly once while breathing in gently through your nose.
- Use one spray at the start of a migraine.
- If the migraine comes back, you may use another dose after at least 2 hours. Do not use more than 10 mg in 24 hours.
- A bitter taste in the mouth afterwards is common and harmless.
Spray or Tablet?
| Zolmist Nasal Spray | Rizact 10mg tablet | |
| Onset | About 15 minutes | 30–60 minutes |
| Useful with vomiting | Yes | Less so |
| Common extra side effect | Bitter taste, nasal irritation | — |
Side Effects
Most side effects pass within an hour.
Common and usually mild:
- Unusual or bitter taste
- Tingling or warmth
- Nasal discomfort
- Tightness in the chest, throat or jaw
- Drowsiness or dizziness
Stop and get medical help right away if you have:
- Chest pain or pressure that is severe or does not go away.
- Sudden weakness or numbness on one side, slurred speech or loss of vision.
- Agitation, fever, sweating, fast heartbeat and muscle twitching — possible serotonin syndrome.
Who Should Not Use It
Do not use Zolmist if you:
- Have coronary heart disease, angina, or have had a heart attack.
- Have had a stroke or mini-stroke (TIA), or have peripheral vascular disease.
- Have high blood pressure that is not controlled.
- Have hemiplegic migraine (weakness on one side) or migraine with brainstem aura.
- Have taken another triptan or an ergotamine medicine (such as Cafergot) in the last 24 hours.
- Have taken an MAO inhibitor antidepressant in the last 2 weeks.
- Have severe liver disease.
- Take cimetidine regularly — it raises zolmitriptan levels; your doctor may limit the dose.
Talk to a doctor first if you:
- Have risk factors for heart disease — high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, a family history, or you are a man over 40 or a woman past menopause. Your doctor may want to check your heart first.
- Take an SSRI or SNRI antidepressant (for example fluoxetine, sertraline, venlafaxine).
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Use pain relievers or triptans on 10 or more days a month — this can cause medication-overuse headache.
Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.
How to Store It
- Store at room temperature, below 86°F (30°C). Do not freeze.
- Keep the cap on and the bottle upright.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use after the expiry date on the pack.
Shipping, Delivery and Discreet Packaging
- Ships from: India
- Delivery to the USA: 7–14 days, with a tracking number provided once your order ships
- Shipping: free on orders over $100
- Delivery guarantee: 100% delivery guaranteed — see our shipping policy
- Discreet packaging: the outer box does not show the name Zolmist Nasal Spray or the drug name
- Pack sizes: choose a pack above to see the current price
Sources and Medical Review
The medical information on this page is drawn from U.S. National Library of Medicine references, published prescribing information and independent evidence reviews.
Triptans are prescription-only medicines in the USA. Zolmist Nasal Spray is manufactured in India and is not an FDA-approved product. The information on this page is for reference only and does not replace advice from a licensed doctor or pharmacist.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Zolmist Nasal Spray work?
Many people feel relief within about 15 minutes, faster than most tablets.
How many doses are in a bottle?
Each bottle contains 7 metered doses.
Should I prime the spray?
No. Do not test-spray it — each bottle holds a fixed number of doses.
How often can I use Zolmist?
One spray per migraine; a second after at least 2 hours if it returns. No more than 10 mg in 24 hours.
Why does it taste bitter?
Some of the spray runs down the back of the throat. The taste is common and harmless.
Is Zolmist the same as Zomig?
It contains the same active ingredient, zolmitriptan. Zolmist is Cipla's generic version.
