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Cafergot

Cafergot



USES: Ergotamine acts to reduce pulsing of migraine headaches. Caffeine is added to enhance the effects of ergotamine. The combination is used to treat migraine and cluster headaches.


 
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Cafergot

Uses
Ergotamine acts to reduce pulsing of migraine headaches. Caffeine is added to enhance the effects of ergotamine. The combination is used to treat migraine and cluster headaches.
Notes
  • Avoid exposure to cold.
  • Be sure to mention any other diseases you have or other medication you take.

Storage
  • Store below 77 degree F (25 degree C) away from heat and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.


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How To Use
  • HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: It is best to use this medication at the first sign of a headache.
  • It will take longer to work if taken when the headache has already become severe.
  • After using this, lie down in a quiet, dark room for an hour or two.
  • Do not use more than 2 suppositories per attack or more than 5 suppositories in a week.
  • Review your dosing directions with your doctor or pharmacist.
  • To use suppositories, unwrap it and moisten it slightly with water.
  • Lie on your left side with your right knee bent.
  • Push the suppository well into the rectum with your finger.
  • Try to avoid having a bowel movement for at least one hour to allow the medication to be absorbed.
  • Insert a second suppository if headache is not relieved after one hour.

Side Effects
  • May cause dizziness, drowsiness, stomach upset, anxiety, tremor.
  • These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • Avoid activities requiring alertness if dizziness or drowsiness occurs.
  • Notify your doctor if you experience chest pain, irregular heartbeat, vomiting, muscle pain or numbness, pain, tingling, or coldness in the hands or feet.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Avoid alcohol while taking this medication as it will only make your headache worse.
  • Tell your doctor if you have any form of blood vessel disease, liver or kidney disease, severe itching, high blood pressure or problems with circulation.
  • Be sure to take this medication exactly as prescribed.
  • Do not exceed recommended dosage.
  • This medication should not be used during pregnancy.
  • If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.
  • This drug is excreted into breast and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • Take the missed dose as soon as remembered but not if it is almost time for the next dose.
  • If so, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the doses.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of beta-blockers (e.g., atenolol, propranolol), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin, erythromycin), nitrates (e.g., isosorbide, nitroglycerin).
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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User Medicine Opinions for Cafergot
Overall: 4 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 65
Time Taken: 15 years

Reason: migraine, no aura Date: 24 June 2006
Side Effects
restlessness

Additional Thoughts


Overall: 5 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 28
Time Taken: 1.5 years

Reason: migraine headaches Date: 13 October 2006
Side Effects
no noticeable side effects

Additional Thoughts
I wish I would have known about cafergot years ago. I get certain warning signals before a migraine hits - blurred vision in right eye, numbness in right hand and right side of face. If I take cafergot as instructed, immediately at the onset of these symptoms, then in about 10 minutes my preliminary symptoms go away and the headache never hits, saving me hours of pain and discomfort. For my migraines, cafergot is like a miracle cure all. Note though, that if I don't take the cafergot until well after the headache sets in its effect is minimal. The key is to take it as soon as the warning symptoms begin to appear.

Overall: 2 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 34
Time Taken: 5 times

Reason: Migraine Headaches Date: 20 April 2007
Side Effects
Felt like someone beat me over the backside with a bat.

Additional Thoughts
When I took Cafergot back in my mid to late 20s (a few to several times), it usually relieved my headache within 2 to 3 hours, but I had to lay down on my chest. When I awoke, it felt like I was beat with a bat or something. However, after trying it again in my early 30s, it had no effect on my migraines.

Overall: 5 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 21
Time Taken: 2 years

Reason: migraine Date: 11 May 2007
Side Effects
no side effects

Additional Thoughts
Cafergot has been a god send for me, if taken right when I frist feel a migraine coming on, it really does work for me.

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