Caffeine + Ergotamine + Paracetamol + belladonna dry extract

Information about Caffeine + Ergotamine + Paracetamol + belladonna dry extract

Caffeine + ergotamine + paracetamol + belladonna dry extract uses

Caffeine+Ergotamine+Paracetamol+belladonna dry extract is used in the treatment and prevention of migraine.

How caffeine + ergotamine + paracetamol + belladonna dry extract works

This is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Ergotamine, Paracetamol and belladonna dry extract. Ergotamine is an ergot alkaloid which works by preventing blood vessels in the head from expanding and causing headaches. Caffeine increases the absorption of ergotamine and further narrows the widened blood vessels. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain.

Common side effects of caffeine + ergotamine + paracetamol + belladonna dry extract

Nausea, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Constipation, Difficulty in urination, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Muscle pain, Blurred vision, Increased heart rate

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    Frequently asked questions for Caffeine + Ergotamine + Paracetamol + belladonna dry extract

    Caffeine + Ergotamine + Paracetamol + belladonna dry extract

    Q. Can I stop taking Caffeine+Ergotamine+Paracetamol+belladonna dry extract when my migraine symptoms are relieved?
    Caffeine+Ergotamine+Paracetamol+belladonna dry extract is usually used to prevent and treat migraine attack. Caffeine+Ergotamine+Paracetamol+belladonna dry extract should be continued as advised by the doctor.
    Q. Can the use of Caffeine+Ergotamine+Paracetamol+belladonna dry extract cause dry mouth?
    Yes, the use of Caffeine+Ergotamine+Paracetamol+belladonna dry extract can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
    Q. What can cause or trigger a migraine attack?
    Certain physical or environmental factors, such as foods, hormonal changes, weather, and stress can lead to or “trigger” a migraine. However, it is important to remember that triggers are different for everyone. That is why, to help prevent migraine attacks, you need to figure out which triggers affect you and which ones do not. Keeping a headache diary is an effective way to track triggers. The diary will also help you talk to your doctor about your condition better.
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    Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Caffeine+Ergotamine+Paracetamol+belladonna dry extract?
    Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

    Content on this page was last updated on 22 January, 2021, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)