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A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
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Dihydroergotamine mesylate nasal spray can be prescribed by your doctor for the treatment of the following conditions:
This drug is usually used after other migraine medications have been tried and failed.
Dihydroergotamine mesylate works by activating serotonin receptors on the surface of blood vessel cells in the brain. By activating these receptors, it causes the relaxation of vessels and reduces pain levels.
Fact Table | |
Formula |
C33H37N5O5 |
License |
US FDA, EU EMA |
Bioavailability |
32% |
Legal status |
Rx-only |
Chemical Name |
Dihydroergotamine |
Elimination half-life |
9 hours |
Dosage (Strength) |
0.5mg |
Pregnancy |
Consult Doctor |
Brands |
Migranal, Trudhesa |
Protein binding |
93% |
PubChem CID |
10531 |
MedlinePlus |
a603022 |
ChEBI |
4562 |
ATC code |
N02CA01 |
DrugBank |
DB00722 |
KEGG |
D07837 |
Routes of administration |
Nasal |
Take this drug exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Using it more often than prescribed can lead to rebound headaches and worsening of your current condition.
The standard dose is 1 mg inhaled as a single dose, which may be repeated every hour as needed. The maximum daily dose is 3 mg in 24 hours and 6 mg in one week.
The active ingredient in this drug is Dihydroergotamine Mesylate.
There are many potential drug-drug interactions, including:
Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart conditions before starting this drug.
Use caution if you have a prior history of stroke, as this medication has been known to cause cerebral hemorrhage in certain people.
The most common dihydroergotamine mesylate nasal spray side effects may include:
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