Overview

4.8 out of 5 (48 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Pharmacology Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

12 Nov 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Zolmitriptan is a pharmaceutical medication utilized for managing and treating acute migraines. Zolmitriptan belongs to the triptan class of drugs that targets migraine symptoms and provides relief to patients. The underlying cause of migraines can be attributed to localized cranial vasodilatation coupled with the discharge of neuropeptides, including calcitonin gene-related peptide, vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP), and substance P, within the trigeminal system. Zolmitriptan is a selective 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) 1B/1D receptor agonist with moderate affinity for the 5-HT 1A receptor subtypes. Zolmitriptan's interaction with 5-HT 1B/1D receptors induces vasoconstriction of intracranial blood vessels, concurrently inhibiting the release of proinflammatory neuropeptides from trigeminal perivascular nerve endings. This educational activity provides insights into the applications, mechanism of action, and contraindications of zolmitriptan as a valuable agent in treating acute migraines. This activity also highlights the adverse events, toxicity concerns, and other pivotal considerations, including off-label applications, dosage guidelines, pharmacokinetics, monitoring procedures, and relevant interactions, which are crucial for healthcare practitioners when managing migraine issues and associated ailments in patients.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Screen patients for contraindications, potential drug interactions, and underlying health conditions that could influence zolmitriptan's safe and effective use.

  • Implement zolmitriptan into treatment plans, considering factors such as dosage, formulation, timing of treatment, and administration routes based on individual patient needs.

  • Apply evidence-based guidelines to optimize the use of zolmitriptan for migraine management, including proper patient education on medication administration, potential adverse effects, and early treatment initiation.

  • Communicate effectively with patients about zolmitriptan therapy's benefits, risks, and potential adverse effects, ensuring they are informed and engaged in shared decision-making with their healthcare providers.

  • Outline the indications of Zolmitriptan

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StatPearls, LLC requires everyone who influences the content of an educational activity to disclose relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies that have occurred within the past 24 months. Ineligible companies are organizations whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. All relevant conflict(s) of interest have been mitigated. Hover over contributor names for financial disclosures. Others involved in planning this educational activity have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 1.00 hour(s) of pharmacology. NPs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please consult your professional licensing board for information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity.

Method of Participation and Credit

  1. Register for the activity.    
  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the FDA. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

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Sarah A. on 11/16/2021

1. Text states: "Zolmitriptan is the generic formulation of two branded products." How about naming those products? 2. Text stats: "The maximum recommended daily dose is 10mg for adults and pediatric patients ages 12 to 17." This sentence does not flow well.

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