Uses of Caffeine+Ergotamine

The combination of Caffeine + Ergotamine is used to treat migraine headaches.

Therapeutic Category

Caffeine + Ergotamine: Anti-migraine agents

How Caffeine+Ergotamine works

Both ergotamine and caffeine acts by narrowing the blood vessels supplying the head. This action prevents migraine attack. Additionally, caffeine can also improve the actions of ergotamine and reduces tiredness among the affected patients.

Common side effects of Caffeine+Ergotamine

• dizziness
• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain

When to consult your doctor

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• if you experiencechest pain and shortness of breath
• if you experience numbness or tingling in the fingers and toes, muscle pain in the arms and legs, weakness in the legs, pain in the chest or temporary speeding or slowing of the heart rate, swelling or itching

Health Tips for Caffeine+Ergotamine

• Caffeine + Ergotamine can be taken with or without food. Strictly follow the dosing schedule as instructed by your doctor to achieve better results
• Along with the treatment, follow healthy eating habits, avoid foods that triggers migraine attack, drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated, get plenty of sleep, reduce stress levels and perform yoga and meditation regularly as they may help in reducing the frequency of attack
• Avoid drinking grapefruit juice or taking antibiotics (such as erythromycin, clarithromycin) or HIV medicines (such as ritonavir etc.) while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of side effects.
• Before taking Caffeine + Ergotamine, inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure or any problems that may affect blood flow to the extremities (such as Raynaud’s Phenomenon) as a precaution.
• Do not take [GBNKEYWORD] without consulting your doctor if you have severe muscle weakness or paralysis or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 
• Women of childbearing potential must use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while taking Caffeine + Ergotamine