Cafergor?
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Cafergot?;Migergot?
Brand Names: Canada:
Cafergor?
Uses
- It is used to treat migraine headaches.
- Ergotamine squeezes blood vessels in the brain to stop irritation and swelling.
- Caffeine eases pain.
Dosing
How to take
- Oral:
- Take 2 tablets at the first sign of attack.
- Take 1 tablet 30 minutes after the first dose, if needed. Space doses by at least 30 minutes.
- Do not take more than 6 tablets per attack or more than 10 tablets a week.
- Rectal:
- Use suppository rectally.
- Do not use more than 2 suppositories per attack or more than 5 suppositories a week.
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