ERGOTAMINE belongs to the group of medicines called anti-migraine agents indicated to treat or prevent migraine. Migraine is a neurological condition which is characterised by an intense pulsating, throbbing, pounding, debilitating headache which usually occurs on one side of the head; however, it can occur on both sides or shift.
ERGOTAMINE contains Ergotamine, an ergot alkaloid, which works by narrowing the blood vessels in the brain. This helps reduce the throbbing effects of headaches.
In some cases, ERGOTAMINE may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, and numbness. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any components in ERGOTAMINE. Do not take ERGOTAMINE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of ERGOTAMINE in children. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Migraine
ERGOTAMINE belongs to the group of medicines called anti-migraine agents indicated to treat or prevent migraine. ERGOTAMINE contains Ergotamine, an ergot alkaloid, which works by narrowing the blood vessels in the brain. This helps reduce the throbbing effects of headaches.
Do not take ERGOTAMINE if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform the doctor if you have peripheral vascular disease (circulation problems), high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, sepsis, liver or kidney problems, heart problems, high cholesterol, diabetes, or if you smoke. Avoid taking ERGOTAMINE within 24 hours before or after taking other migraine medicines (ergot and triptan medicines).
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking hormone (epinephrine), cough suppressant (dextromethorphan), antidepressant (venlafaxine, escitalopram), antibiotic (erythromycin), pain killer (tramadol), or anti-migraine agents (sumatriptan, eletriptan).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid/limit the consumption of grapefruit while taking ERGOTAMINE.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have cardiovascular diseases.
It is not known if alcohol interacts with ERGOTAMINE. Please consult the doctor.
Avoid taking ERGOTAMINE if you are pregnant. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with ERGOTAMINE.
ERGOTAMINE may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Please consult the doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Please consult the doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of ERGOTAMINE in children.
Migraine: Migraine is a neurological condition which is characterised by intense, debilitating headaches. Hormonal changes, stress, lack or excess of sleep, bright lights, loud sounds, and certain foods and drinks can trigger migraine headaches. A migraine headache is preceded by warning symptoms one or two days prior to the headache itself. The warning symptoms include food cravings, depression, fatigue, hyperactivity, irritability, and neck stiffness. Symptoms of migraine include throbbing pain in one particular area with varying intensity, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling sensation, difficulty speaking, and sensitivity to sound and light.