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methysergide

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methysergide /meth·y·ser·gide/ (-sur´jīd) a potent serotonin antagonist with direct vasoconstrictor effects, used as the maleate salt in prophylaxis of migraine and cluster headaches.
methysergide [meth″ĭ-ser´jīd]
a potent serotonin antagonist and vasoconstrictor, used in the prophylaxis of migraine; also available as the maleate salt.

methysergide
a potent serotonin antagonist.


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of 5-HTP proved just as effective as the standard migraine relief drug, methysergide.
Methysergide It has been found effective in preventing attacks of migraine but it is not used or recommended nowadays because of the high incidence of serious adverse effects due to prolonged use.
 
 
 
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