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Cafergot contains two active ingredients, ergotamine and caffeine. It is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of migraine headaches and related vascular headaches.
Cafergot is generally used to stop a migraine attack after it begins. It is not considered a first-choice option for routine migraine prevention.
Indications
Cafergot may be used to treat migraine attacks.
A migraine is more than a typical headache. It is a neurological condition that can cause moderate to severe head pain along with other symptoms.
Migraine symptoms may include:
Cafergot works best when taken early in a migraine attack, according to the instructions provided by your healthcare provider.
Some people experience migraine with aura, while others do not.
An aura can occur before or during a migraine and may cause temporary neurological symptoms such as flashing lights, blind spots, tingling, or changes in vision.
Cafergot may be prescribed for certain migraine attacks whether or not an aura is present, depending on your medical history and treatment plan.
Cafergot may also be used for certain migraine variants or vascular headaches when a healthcare provider determines that ergotamine treatment is appropriate.
Because different types of severe headaches can have different causes, a healthcare provider should evaluate your symptoms before Cafergot is used.
Cafergot combines ergotamine and caffeine. These ingredients work together to reduce the processes involved in a migraine attack.
How Ergotamine Works
Ergotamine belongs to a class of medicines called ergot alkaloids.
During a migraine attack, changes in nerve signaling and blood vessel activity occur around the brain. Ergotamine acts on several receptors, including serotonin receptors, and causes certain blood vessels to narrow.
This vasoconstricting effect can help reduce migraine-related pain and other symptoms.
How Caffeine Works
Caffeine is included in Cafergot because it can improve the absorption of ergotamine.
This helps more ergotamine enter the bloodstream and may improve its migraine-relieving effect.
Caffeine can also affect blood vessel tone and may contribute to headache relief.
Combined Effect
The combination of ergotamine and caffeine helps reduce migraine symptoms by influencing both blood vessel activity and neurological signalling involved in an attack.
Taking the medication early in the migraine may improve its effectiveness.
Cafergot is usually taken when migraine symptoms begin rather than on a regular daily schedule.
The medication may help reduce:
How quickly symptoms improve can vary from person to person.
If your migraine does not improve after using Cafergot as directed, do not continue taking extra doses beyond the prescribed limit. Contact your healthcare provider for advice.
Cafergot is generally used to treat an active migraine attack rather than to prevent migraines from occurring every day.
Frequent or excessive use can increase the risk of medication-overuse headaches and serious ergotamine-related side effects.
If you need migraine medication often, talk to your healthcare provider. A preventive migraine treatment may be more appropriate.
Ergotamine can strongly narrow blood vessels throughout the body, not only those involved in migraine.
Taking too much Cafergot can reduce blood flow to the arms, legs, heart, or other organs.
For this reason, never exceed the dose or weekly maximum prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Seek medical attention if you develop symptoms such as severe chest pain, unusual weakness, numbness or tingling in the hands or feet, cold or pale fingers or toes, or severe muscle pain.
Tell your healthcare provider about all medications you take before using Cafergot.
Certain medicines can raise ergotamine levels in the body and increase the risk of dangerous blood vessel narrowing.
Cafergot may not be suitable for people with certain cardiovascular, circulation, liver, kidney, or blood pressure problems.
Use Cafergot only for the migraine or headache condition for which it was prescribed, and follow your healthcare provider’s dosing instructions carefully.
Cafergot is a prescription medication taken by mouth to treat certain migraine attacks. Take it exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Because Cafergot contains ergotamine, careful dosing is important. Taking too much can cause serious problems with blood flow.
Cafergot usually works best when taken as soon as migraine symptoms begin.
A typical starting dose is two tablets at the beginning of a migraine attack.
If the headache does not improve, one additional tablet may be taken every 30 minutes, as directed by your healthcare provider.
Do not take more than six tablets during a single migraine attack.
Taking more than the recommended amount can increase the risk of serious side effects, including excessive narrowing of blood vessels.
If your migraine does not improve after you have taken the maximum allowed dose, contact your healthcare provider rather than taking additional tablets.
Do not take more than ten Cafergot tablets within a 7-day period.
Keeping within this limit helps reduce the risk of ergotamine-related side effects and medication-overuse headaches.
Cafergot should generally not be used on more than 10 days in a month.
Frequent use of migraine medication can sometimes make headaches occur more often or become harder to treat.
If you regularly need Cafergot more than 10 days per month, talk to your healthcare provider. You may need a different treatment plan or a preventive migraine medication.
Cafergot may be taken with or without food.
If it causes stomach discomfort, taking it with food may help. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions about how and when to take each dose.
In some situations, a healthcare provider may prescribe Cafergot for certain other headache disorders, including cluster headaches.
If you are using Cafergot for this purpose, follow your prescribed schedule carefully. The dosing instructions may be different from those used for migraine treatment.
Treatment may also be limited to a short period, such as a few weeks, depending on your condition.
Do not take more Cafergot than prescribed, even if your headache is severe or has not improved.
Too much ergotamine can cause dangerous narrowing of blood vessels and may reduce blood flow to the heart, brain, arms, legs, or other areas of the body.
Ergotamine can affect blood vessels throughout the body. For this reason, Cafergot may not be suitable for people with certain cardiovascular conditions.
If you have risk factors for heart disease, your healthcare provider may perform a heart and circulation evaluation before you start treatment.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have:
Stop taking Cafergot and seek medical attention if you develop symptoms that may suggest reduced blood flow, such as:
These symptoms may indicate a serious reaction to ergotamine.
Cafergot is usually taken as needed when a migraine attack begins rather than on a fixed daily schedule.
If your healthcare provider has prescribed it on a regular schedule for another headache condition and you miss a dose, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist what to do.
Do not double the next dose unless specifically instructed.
Keep track of the number of tablets you use during each migraine and throughout the week.
This can help prevent accidental overuse and may also help your healthcare provider understand how often your migraines occur and whether your treatment is working well.
Use Cafergot only for the headache condition for which it was prescribed.
Do not share the medication with another person, and do not increase your dose without speaking with your healthcare provider.
Contact your healthcare provider if your migraines become more frequent, more severe, feel different from your usual headaches, or no longer respond to Cafergot as expected.
Cafergot (Caffeine/Ergotamine) is available in the following forms and strength:
Cafergot may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or an increase in blood pressure.
Contact your healthcare provider if these symptoms are severe, persistent, or difficult to manage.
Ergotamine can narrow blood vessels and reduce blood flow to the hands and feet.
Watch for symptoms such as:
Seek medical attention if these symptoms are severe or do not improve.
Cafergot may cause dizziness or other effects that can reduce alertness.
Avoid driving, operating machinery, or doing activities that require full concentration until you know how the medication affects you.
Cafergot may increase the risk of serious heart problems, including heart attack, especially in people who already have heart disease or risk factors for heart disease.
Seek emergency medical attention if you develop chest pain, shortness of breath, severe weakness, or pain that spreads to the arm, shoulder, jaw, or back.
Cafergot may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome when taken with certain medications that also increase serotonin activity.
Symptoms may include agitation, confusion, sweating, fever, fast heartbeat, muscle stiffness, tremors, or loss of coordination.
Seek medical attention right away if you develop symptoms of serotonin syndrome.
Cafergot can interact with many other medications.
Tell your healthcare provider about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, vitamins, and supplements you take.
Some drug interactions can greatly increase ergotamine levels and lead to dangerous narrowing of blood vessels.
Cafergot should not be used with certain strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
These medications can increase the amount of ergotamine in the bloodstream and may cause severe or life-threatening reduction in blood flow.
Always check with your healthcare provider or pharmacist before starting any new medication while taking Cafergot.
The safety and effectiveness of Cafergot in children have not been well established.
It should only be used in children if specifically prescribed and closely supervised by a healthcare provider.
Cafergot may not be suitable for people with serious liver, kidney, heart, or circulation problems.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have:
Cafergot should not be used in people with certain severe forms of these conditions.
Cafergot can raise blood pressure and should not be used in people with uncontrolled hypertension.
Your healthcare provider may check your blood pressure before and during treatment.
Cafergot should not be used during pregnancy because ergotamine can cause uterine contractions and may harm the developing baby.
Tell your healthcare provider immediately if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant.
Rarely, Cafergot can cause severe narrowing of blood vessels, also called ischemia.
This risk is much higher when Cafergot is taken with certain interacting medications.
Seek emergency medical attention if you develop severe chest pain, sudden weakness, severe arm or leg pain, cold or discolored fingers or toes, or other signs of reduced blood flow.
The safety and effectiveness of Cafergot in children have not been well established. Cafergot should only be given to a child if a healthcare provider specifically recommends it and determines that the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Cafergot may begin to relieve migraine symptoms within about 30 minutes to 1 hour after it is taken. The exact timing can vary depending on the person, the severity of the migraine, and how early the medication is taken after symptoms begin.
The effects of Cafergot may last for several hours. How long the relief lasts can vary from person to person and may depend on the severity of the migraine attack.
Yes. Cafergot may be taken with or without food. If it causes nausea or stomach upset, taking it with food may help make it easier to tolerate.
Cafergot is usually taken as needed at the start of a migraine rather than on a regular daily schedule. If your healthcare provider has prescribed it on a scheduled basis and you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. If the next dose is close, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose.
Cafergot is not considered addictive in the same way as medications that cause cravings or compulsive use. However, frequent or long-term use can lead to medication overuse and may cause headaches to become more frequent. Your body may also become dependent on regular use. Use Cafergot only as prescribed and avoid taking it more often than recommended by your healthcare provider.
| Generic name: | Caffeine/Ergotamine |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Tablet |
| Strength(s): | 100/1mg |
| Quantities Available: | 30, 90 |
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When ordering Cafergot (caffeine/ergotamine) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is common for prescription medications to ensure adequate management of chronic conditions without frequent refills.
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Dosage and Quantity: Cafergot is available in 100/1 mg tablet and is usually taken at the first sign of a migraine, with a maximum of 6 tablets in a 24-hour period and no more than 10 tablets in a 7-day period. For a 90-day supply, considering the maximum weekly limit, this means you would order up to 120 tablets (10 tablets per week x 12 weeks).
No, we do not sell caffeine/ergotamine separately. However, you can still enjoy low prices on Cafergot, which contains caffeine/ergotamine as an active ingredient. You will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider to purchase Cafergot. We require this prescription to dispense the medication, and you can submit it by mail, fax, or upload through your online account.
Yes, we ship Cafergot (caffeine/ergotamine) to both the United States and Puerto Rico.
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