Ergot derivatives (antimigrane agents) Flashcards

1
Q

uses

A

prevention
abortion
migrane
vascular headaches

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ex

A

dihydroergotamine (Migranal, D.H.E. 45)

ergotamine (Ergomar)

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Nursing responsibilities

A
  • complaints of extremity numbness & tingling

- triptans should be taken @ the first sign of a headache

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