Ergacap

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Ergacap Information

Ergacap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Migraine.

The right dosage of Ergacap depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Ergacap are Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Ergacap have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ergacap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Ergacap has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ergacap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ergacap related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Ergacap are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Ergacap with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ergacap is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Ergacap Benefits & Uses

Ergacap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ergacap Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Migraine
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: for course duration follow doctor's advise
Geriatric
  • Disease: Migraine
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: for course duration follow doctor's advise


Ergacap Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ergacap is used -

Common

  • Nausea or vomiting

Unknown

Ergacap Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ergacap safe for pregnant women?


    Ergacap should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Ergacap safe during breastfeeding?


    Ergacap should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Ergacap on the Kidneys?


    Ergacap rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ergacap on the Liver?


    Side effects of Ergacap rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ergacap on the Heart?


    Ergacap is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Ergacap with Other Drugs

Ergacap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe



Ergacap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ergacap unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Ergacap

  • Is this Ergacap habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Ergacap is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ergacap. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Ergacap only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Ergacap in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Ergacap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ergacap


    You can take Ergacap with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ergacap


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ergacap with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cafegot® (ergotamine tartrate and caffeine)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 175-176



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