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Treats migraine headache.
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Belladonna Alkaloids/caffeine/ergotamine/pentobarbital images:
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Belladonna Alkaloids/caffeine/ergotamine/pentobarbital
Belcomp-PB
Uses
Treats migraine headache.
Storage
- You may store the suppositories in the refrigerator, but do not freeze them.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine applicator(s), containers, and any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment.
- You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Suppository.
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often.
- Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
This medicine is not for long-term use.
Never take rectal suppositories by mouth.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
- Remove the foil or wrapper from the suppository before inserting it.
To make the suppository easier to insert, you may use a lubricating gel such as K-Y® Jelly, but do not use petroleum jelly (Vaseline®).
Lie on your left side with your left leg straight or slightly bent, and your right knee bent upward.
- Gently push the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum about 1 inch.
Keep lying down for about 15 minutes to keep the suppository from coming out before it melts.
- Then, wash your hands again.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
Chest pain.
Fast or slow heartbeat.
Lightheadedness or fainting.
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to belladonna alkaloids, caffeine, ergotamine, or to pentobarbital.
- You should not use this medicine if you have high blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, or a blood vessel disorder.
- You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Drug Interactions
- Using this medicine while you are pregnant can harm your unborn baby.
- Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant.
- If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy.
- Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
This medicine may be habit-forming.
- If you feel that the medicine is not working as well, do not use more than your prescribed dose.
- Call your doctor for instructions.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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