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What is this medication?
CAFFEINE and ERGOTAMINE TARTATE, the two main active ingredients of Cafergot, are a combination of substances from the group of medicines called ergot alkaloids. Cafergot is used to treat or prevent migraine and cluster headaches. This medication should be administered at the first sign of headache.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Cafergot?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- heart or blood vessel disease
- high blood pressure
- infection
- kidney disease
- liver disease
- poor circulation
- an unusual or allergic reaction to caffeine, ergotamine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use Cafergot
Take this medication by mouth with a glass of water. Do not stop taking it except on the advice of your doctor or health care professional.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of Cafergot in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medication immediately contact a poison control center
or emergency health unit.
NOTE: This medication is only for you. Do not share it with others.
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply here. You should only take this medication at the first sign of an attack. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with Cafergot?
Do not take Cafergot with any of the following medications:
- antifungal drugs like fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole or voriconazole
- certain antibiotics like erythromycin, clarithromycin, and troleandomycin
- cocaine
- conivaptan
- dexfenfluramine
- ephedrine
- feverfew
- grapefruit juice
- imatinib
- isoproterenol
- medicines called nitrates like isosorbide and nitroglycerin
- medicines for colds, flu, or breathing difficulties like phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine
- medicines for HIV or AIDS called protease inhibitors, delavirdine, efavirenz, nelfinavir
- medicines for migraine headache like almotriptan, eletriptan, frovatriptan, naratriptan, rizatriptan, sumatriptan, and zolmitriptan
- midodrine
- nefazodone
- other ergot alkaloids like bromocriptine, cabergoline, dihydroergotamine, ergoloid mesylates, ergonovine, methylergonovine, and methysergide
Cafergot may also interact with the following medications:
- clotrimazole
- fluoxetine
- fluvoxamine
- medicines for high blood pressure, especially beta-blockers
- metronidazole
- nicotine
- zileuton
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care
provider a list of all medications, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you
currently use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs.
Some substances may interact with this medication.
What should I watch for while using Cafergot?
Check with your doctor or health care professional if you do not get relief from your headaches after using this medicine. You may need to be changed to a different kind of medicine to treat your migraines.
Cafergot decreases the circulation of blood to your skin, fingers, and toes. You may get more sensitive to the cold. Elderly patients are more likely to feel this effect. Dress warmly and avoid long exposure to the cold.
Cafergot contains caffeine. Limit your intake of caffeinated beverages on the days that you use this medicine.
What side effects may I experience while taking Cafergot?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
- allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
- breathing problems
- chest pain or tightness
- cold hands or feet
- confusion
- fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat
- itching
- leg or arm pain or cramps
- rectal discomfort or sores
- seizure
- stomach pain
- swelling of hands, ankles, or feet
- tingling, pain or numbness in feet or hands
- vomiting
- weakness
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report them to
your doctor or health care professional if they are persistent or become bothersome):
- increased urination
- nausea
This list may not describe all possible side effects.
Where should I keep Cafergot?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F).
Protect from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any
unused medication after the expiration date.
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