Ergotamine-Caffeine | Ergotamine C
Brand: Cafergot
Application: headache – migraine
Pharmaceutical forms of ergotamine C | Ergotamine-caffeine
Pharmacological information of ergotamine C.
Dosage and method of taking ergotamine C.
Contraindications to the use of ergotamine C.
Taking ergotamine C during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of ergotamine C on driving and working with machines
Drug Interactions Ergotamine C.
Special warnings and precautions while taking ergotamine C.
Side effects of ergotamine C.
Overuse of ergotamine C (drug poisoning)
Storage conditions of ergotamine C.
Pharmacological information of ergotamine C.
Ergotamine C is a combination of ergotamine and caffeine that is used to treat or prevent certain types of headaches (such as migraine and cluster headaches). Sometimes headache pain can be caused by dilated blood vessels in the head. Ergotamine narrows these dilated blood vessels, and caffeine increases its function (narrowing of blood vessels) by increasing the absorption of ergotamine.
Dosage and method of taking ergotamine C.
- Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with ergotamine C. This brochure will help you to get comprehensive information about the drug and its possible side effects.
- The dose and amount of ergotamine C varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. This medicine is prescribed for short periods (2-3 weeks) and you should use this medicine as soon as you see the symptoms of headache in yourself; If you wait for the headache symptoms to worsen, your pain relief with this medicine will be delayed.
- Usually, as soon as you notice the symptoms of a headache in yourself, you should take 2 pills together, then you should continue the treatment with one pill every half an hour to relieve your headache. Note that you should not take more than 6 pills per headache attack or 10 pills in a 7-day period.
Contraindications to the use of ergotamine C.
- Pay attention to the expiration date of ergotamine C and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
- Never give ergotamine C to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
- Check for drug interactions with ergotamine C, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
- Smokers should not use this drug because nicotine-containing cigarettes and tobacco aggravate the side effects of this drug.
Taking ergotamine C during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor. This medicine can have harmful effects on the fetus or on yourself.
The effect of ergotamine C on driving and working with machines
Ergotamine C may confuse or make you drowsy, so it is best to make sure you are alert before driving or operating machinery.
Drug Interactions Ergotamine C.
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
If you are taking Triptan migraine medication, tell your doctor before taking ergotamine C because the dose of the medication must be adjusted.
Some medications contain ingredients that can cause high blood pressure or heart rate. Tell your doctor or pharmacist all the medicines (especially colds and cough medicines, dietary supplements or headache painkillers) or caffeinated beverages (soft drinks, coffee and energy drinks) you are taking so that you can use your medicines safely. do.
Ergotamine C may interfere with certain medical tests (including the urinary catecholamine test) and may result in erroneous test results. Before performing the test, be sure to tell your doctor and lab staff that you have used this medicine.
Special warnings and precautions while taking ergotamine C.
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best to let your doctor know the following before taking the medicine:
- If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby or are breastfeeding your baby.
- If you have liver or kidney problems.
- If you or a family member has a history of tobacco or alcohol abuse.
- If you have cardiovascular problems or an irregular heartbeat.
- If you have ever had a heart attack or stroke.
- If your blood pressure is high.
- If your blood cholesterol is high.
- If you have diabetes.
- If you are currently taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a drug.
Side effects of ergotamine C.
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:
- Nausea
- Vomit
- stomach ache
- Boredom
- Drowsiness or dizziness
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel are due to the use of ergotamine C.
Overuse of ergotamine C (drug poisoning)
- Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
- Call the emergency room right away if you notice symptoms such as nausea or vomiting, numbness of the hands or toes, chest pain, muscle pain or weakness, confusion or shortness of breath in yourself or someone else.
Storage conditions of ergotamine C.
- Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
- Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.