Prescription Imigran (value) Drug Information

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). additional monitoring OF your DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking ergot alkaloids. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a history of chest pain, heart conditions, arrhythmias, high blood pressure, or stroke. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. IT IS BEST TO TAKE A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE as soon as you notice symptoms of a migraine attack. Allow 2 hours between taking doses of this medicine. DO NOT TAKE ADDITIONAL DOSES if you do not get a response from the first dose. CAUTIONS:THIS MEDICINE IS NOT INTENDED to prevent or reduce the number of migraine attacks that you experience. IF YOU HAVE A HEADACHE THAT IS DIFFERENT than your usual migraine attacks, check with your doctor before using this medicine. DO NOT USE ERGOT-CONTAINING MEDICINES within 24 hours of using this medicine. BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE ALSO TELL YOUR DOCTOR if you have chest pains, heart disease, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeats, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes. Also tell your doctor if you smoke, if you have had a heart attack, if you have liver or kidney disease, are post-menopausal, or have had any seizures. Keep your doctor informed if you develop any of these conditions while you are taking this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE DIZZINESS. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, or feeling sick. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience wheezing; tightness in the jaw, neck, or chest; chest pain; heart throbbing; unusual vision changes or loss of vision; severe stomach pain; or bloody diarrhea. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY AND DO NOT USE ANY MORE OF THIS MEDICINE if you experience shortness of breath, swelling of the eyelids, face, or lips, or develop a skin rash or hives. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.