Ergotab 2mg Capsule is prescription medicine used to treat an acute attack of migraine. This medicine relaxes the nerves in the brain, thus, relieving the migraine headache. Ergotab 2mg Capsule may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly. Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, muscle pain and leg pain. However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you. It may also cause sleepiness in the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

• Vomiting
• Muscle pain
• Leg pain

If you miss a dose of Ergotab 2mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class::Ergot Derivative|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::NEURO CNS|Action Class::Ergot derivative

• Q. Q. Is Ergotab 2mg Capsule safe to use??
  Ans: Ergotab 2mg Capsule should not be used regularly even if you adhere to the prescribed dosage. It should not be used for prevention of migraine. There is a risk of developing ergotism which may result in decreased blood supply to the brain and may cause limb weakness, blurred vision, and slurred speech.
• Q. Q. How should Ergotab 2mg Capsule be taken??
  Ans: Take one tablet at the first sign of migraine. If the headache does not stop within 30 minutes, take half or one more tablet. Take half or one tablet every 30 minutes until the headache stops or you have taken the maximum of 3 tablets. If the headache still continues, contact your doctor. It is not recommended to take more than three tablets (6 mg) in 24 hours or 6 tablets (12 mg) in 1 week. Consult your doctor if more medicine is required.
• Q. Q. What are the symptoms of overdosage of Ergotab 2mg Capsule??
  Ans: The symptoms of overdosage of Ergotab 2mg Capsule may include vomiting, numbness, tingling sensation, pain, blue hands and feet. Additionally, there may be a lack of pulse , dizziness or lightheadedness, faintness, drowsiness, unconsciousness, and even coma and seizures. The stomach of such patients should be cleared if vomiting has not occurred.
• Q. Q. Can I take other anti-migraine medicines along with Ergotab 2mg Capsule??
  Ans: It is important not to take zolmitriptan, almotriptan, sumatriptan, rizatriptan, and frovatriptan for 24 hours after taking Ergotab 2mg Capsule. In addition, do not take Ergotab 2mg Capsule for 6 hours after taking any of these medicines. Eletriptan (also used to treat migraine) and Ergotab 2mg Capsule should not be taken within 24 hours of each other.
• Q. Q. What are the serious side effects of Ergotab 2mg Capsule??
  Ans: The serious side effects of Ergotab 2mg Capsule include leg weakness, chest pain, rapid or slow heartbeat, dizziness, and muscle pain in the legs or arms. Ergotab 2mg Capsule may also cause blue hands and feet, swelling, itching, pain, burning, or tingling in the fingers and toes. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
• Q. Q. Can Ergotab 2mg Capsule cause dependence??
  Ans: Yes, Ergotab 2mg Capsule may cause dependence. It should not be used on a regular basis or to prevent a migraine attack. Its regular use can cause dependence and rebound headaches which in turn may lead you to take Ergotab 2mg Capsule more often.
• Q. Q. What should be avoided while taking Ergotab 2mg Capsule??
  Ans: Grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking Ergotab 2mg Capsule as it can increase the risk of side effects. Do not smoke or drink alcohol while taking this medicine. If you feel drowsy after taking Ergotab 2mg Capsule do not drive or use heavy machinery. Also, you should avoid getting pregnant and breastfeeding your baby, as Ergotab 2mg Capsule may have harmful effects on the baby.
• Q. Q. What fungus produces Ergotab 2mg Capsule??
  Ans: Ergotab 2mg Capsule is obtained from Claviceps species, mainly from clavicles purpurea.

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