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Ergomar Disease Interactions

There are 2 disease interactions with Ergomar (ergotamine).

Major

Amine ergots (applies to Ergomar) cardiovascular adverse effects

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Tachyarrhythmia

The amine ergot alkaloids, ergonovine and methylergonovine, can cause serious cardiovascular complications because of their vasospastic effects. Hypertension (more often with ergonovine) has been most commonly reported, particularly when administered IV undiluted or at an excessive rate or when used in conjunction with regional anesthesia or vasoconstrictors. Headaches, seizures, cerebrovascular accidents and death have been associated with the hypertensive episodes. Other, less common adverse effects include acute myocardial infarction, transient chest pains, thrombophlebitis, tachycardia and palpitations. Therapy with ergot alkaloids should generally be avoided, except under special circumstances, in patients with chronic hypertension, preeclampsia or eclampsia, cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, or peripheral vascular disease. Caution is advised when these agents are administered to patients with venoatrial shunts, mitral valve stenosis, or sepsis. Close monitoring of cardiovascular status is highly recommended during therapy.

References

  1. American Medical Association, Division of Drugs and Toxicology "Drug evaluations annual 1994." Chicago, IL: American Medical Association; (1994):
  2. "Product Information. Ergotrate Maleate (ergonovine)." Bedford Laboratories PROD (2001):
  3. "Product Information. Methergine (methylergonovine)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals (2010):
Major

Ergot alkaloids (applies to Ergomar) vasospastic reactions

Major Potential Hazard, High plausibility. Applicable conditions: Liver Disease, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Shock, Renal Dysfunction, Sepsis, Ischemic Heart Disease, Hypertension

The use of ergot alkaloids is contraindicated in patients with conditions predisposing them to vasospastic reactions, including, ischemic heart disease (angina, history of myocardial infarction, silent ischemia), peripheral vascular disease, sepsis, shock, vascular surgery, uncontrolled hypertension, and severely impaired hepatic or renal function. The vasoconstriction produced be ergot alkaloids may exacerbate these conditions. Ergot alkaloids may cause vasospastic reactions other than coronary artery vasospasm such as peripheral vascular reactions, and colonic ischemia, causing muscle pains, numbness, coldness, pallor, and cyanosis of the digits. In patients with compromised circulation, persistent vasospasm may result in gangrene or death. Nitroprusside and heparin have been used to treat ergotamine- induced severe vasoconstriction.

References

  1. "Product Information. D.H.E. 45 (dihydroergotamine)." Sandoz Pharmaceuticals Corporation PROD (2002):
  2. "Product Information. Migranal (dihydroergotamine nasal)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals PROD (2001):

Ergomar drug interactions

There are 318 drug interactions with Ergomar (ergotamine).

Ergomar alcohol/food interactions

There are 3 alcohol/food interactions with Ergomar (ergotamine).


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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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