Midrid

How does it work?

This preparation contains a combination of paracetamol and isometheptene mucate, and it is used in the treatment of migraine headaches. 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. Isometheptene works by causing the blood vessels in the brain to narrow. By decreasing the width of blood vessels isometheptene relieves the pain of migraine headaches. Paracetamol is a medicine used in the treatment of mild to moderate pain. It is also useful for reducing fever. It is not fully understood how paracetamol produces these effects. It is included in this preparation to further assist in the relief of pain associated with migraines.

What is it used for?

Migraine

Warning!

Do not exceed the recommended dose of this medicine, which will be stated in the product packaging or information leaflet supplied with the medicine.

Use with caution in

Decreased kidney function

Decreased liver function

Diabetes mellitus

Disease involving the heart and blood vessels

Hyperthyroidism

Spinal cord injury or disease

Not to be used in

Children

Glaucoma

Heart disease

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

Severe kidney disease

Severe liver disease

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 in pregnancy. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

There is no information available regarding the safety of this medicine during breastfeeding. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Label warnings

Do not take this medication with any other products containing paracetamol.

This medication is available without prescription, only when supplied in small quantities.

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