Lingraine

How does it work?

Ergotamine tartrate is used in the treatment of migranes. Although the cause of migraine attacks is not fully understood, it is thought that the widening of blood vessels in the brain causes the pain associated with migraine attacks. It is also believed that a chemical called serotonin is released in the brain at the beginning of an attack. Serotonin causes the release of other chemicals which cause blood vessels in the brain to widen. Serotonin itself causes blood vessels in the brain to narrow. Ergotamine binds to serotonin receptors in the brain, which causes the blood vessels to narrow. By decreasing the width of blood vessels in the brain ergotamine relieves the pain of migraine headaches.

What is it used for?

Treatment of migraine

Use with caution in

No known conditions

Not to be used in

Children

Coronary artery disease

Decreased kidney function

Decreased liver function

Hyperthyroidism

Inflammation of a vein associated with blood clot formation (thrombophlebitis)

Inflammation of the entire wall and connective tissue surrounding medium-sized arteries and veins (Buerger's disease)

Life long inherited blood diseases which can cause a variety of symptoms, including mental health problems (porphyrias)

Narrowing of the blood vessels in the hands, causing numb and painful fingers (Raynaud's disease)

Severe thickening of arterial walls

Very high blood pressure

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy as it may be harmful to the unborn baby. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Significant amounts of this medicine may pass into breast milk. It should not be used by breastfeeding mothers. Discuss this with your doctor.

Label warnings

Refer to the printed instructions for maximum weekly intake.

This medication is to be dissolved under the tongue.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Abdominal pain

Diarrhoea

Balance problems involving the inner ear (vertigo)

Nausea and vomiting

Leg cramps

Worsening headache

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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