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Ergotamine

Drugs used in migraine

Description

Ergotamine is in a class of medications called ergot alkaloids. It works together with caffeine by preventing blood vessels in the head from expanding and causing headaches.

Mechanism of action

It is a potent vasoconstrictor drug with alpha adrenergic antagonist activity.

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Mechanism of action

It is a potent vasoconstrictor drug with alpha adrenergic antagonist activity.

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