ergotamine tartrate
ergotamine tartrate
[ərgot′əmēn]
a vasoconstrictor that binds to several receptor populations (e.g., alpha-adrenergic, dopamine, serotonin) and, depending upon the receptor, can be an agonist or antagonist.
indications It is prescribed to abort or prevent vascular headaches such as migraines.
contraindications Pregnancy, peripheral vascular disease, infectious disease, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use.
adverse effects Among the more serious adverse effects are vomiting, diarrhea, thirst, tingling of fingers and toes, and increased blood pressure. Fetal death may occur if it is used during pregnancy.
ergotamine tartrate
(ur´got´
mēn tar´trāt),
n brand names: Ergomar, Ergostat;
drug class: α-adrenergic blocker;
action: constricts by direct action vascular smooth muscle in peripheral and cranial blood vessels, relaxes uterine muscle;
uses: vascular headache (migraine or histamine), cluster headache.
mēn tar´trāt), n brand names: Ergomar, Ergostat;
drug class: α-adrenergic blocker;
action: constricts by direct action vascular smooth muscle in peripheral and cranial blood vessels, relaxes uterine muscle;
uses: vascular headache (migraine or histamine), cluster headache.
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