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Acute migraine headache
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Benefits
In Acute migraine headache Ergotab 2mg Capsule helps treat a migraine headache that has just started (acute migraine). It changes the electrical activity in the brain, blocks chemicals responsible for pain sensation and also blocks signals that cause nausea/vomiting associated with migraines. By treating migraine headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ergotab 2mg Capsule can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.
How it works
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the head. Ergotab 2mg Capsule is a serotonin receptor antagonist. It works by maintaining the level of serotonin (chemical messenger) in the brain, thus prevents the transmission of pain. It also inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory neuropeptide (chemical messenger) which is responsible for migraine pain. Again, it works on the activation of 5-HT1D receptors to narrow down the blood vessels to alleviate the pain.
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Ergotab 2mg Capsule . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Not Safe: Ergotab 2mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Not Safe: Ergotab 2mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Not Safe: Ergotab 2mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Ergotab 2mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
Caution Advised: Ergotab 2mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ergotab 2mg Capsule may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Ergotab 2mg Capsule is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
T-210 J, Shahpur Jat, New Delhi - 110 049, India
References
Katzung BG. Histamine, Serotonin, & the Ergot Alkaloids. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 288
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 486-88
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PubChem. Ergotamine (on 25 Mar. 2019)
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