Before we get to the medication I need to remind you...
For this installment, I have chosen Migraine
Generic Name(s): ISOMETHEPTENE/ACETAMINOPHEN/DICHLORALPHENAZONE
Uses
This combination medication is used to relieve tension and migraine headaches. Headache pain can sometimes be caused by widened blood vessels in the head. Isometheptene works by narrowing these widened blood vessels. Acetaminophen relieves mild to moderate pain from various causes, including headache. Dichloralphenazone has a calming effect to help you relax.
WARNINGS: One ingredient in this product is acetaminophen. Taking too much acetaminophen may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much acetaminophen is safe to take.
Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen without asking your doctor or pharmacist first. Acetaminophen is in many nonprescription and prescription medications (such as pain/fever drugs or cough-and-cold products). Check the labels on all your medicines to see if they contain acetaminophen, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.
Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen (overdose), even if you feel well. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine.
Daily alcohol use, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may damage your liver. Avoid alcohol.
**Please read this information carefully**
If you have any questions about what is provided here....talk with your doctor or pharmacist please.
- that what I am providing is NOT meant in any way to replace the conversation between you, your doctor, or your pharmacist
- please do not self-diagnose or make medical decisions about this drug without talking with qualified professionals
- the information provided here is the reference sheet you would find at WebMD. During my journey I found this site to be helpful in providing support. All credit for this information belongs to them. I copied it right from their website and I have removed the hyper-links. Please visit their site if you would like to read further.
For this installment, I have chosen Migraine
Generic Name(s): ISOMETHEPTENE/ACETAMINOPHEN/DICHLORALPHENAZONE
Uses
This combination medication is used to relieve tension and migraine headaches. Headache pain can sometimes be caused by widened blood vessels in the head. Isometheptene works by narrowing these widened blood vessels. Acetaminophen relieves mild to moderate pain from various causes, including headache. Dichloralphenazone has a calming effect to help you relax.
WARNINGS: One ingredient in this product is acetaminophen. Taking too much acetaminophen may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much acetaminophen is safe to take.
Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen without asking your doctor or pharmacist first. Acetaminophen is in many nonprescription and prescription medications (such as pain/fever drugs or cough-and-cold products). Check the labels on all your medicines to see if they contain acetaminophen, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.
Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen (overdose), even if you feel well. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine.
Daily alcohol use, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may damage your liver. Avoid alcohol.
**Please read this information carefully**
If you have any questions about what is provided here....talk with your doctor or pharmacist please.
Migraine
Generic Name(s): ISOMETHEPTENE/ACETAMINOPHEN/DICHLORALPHENAZONE
WARNINGS: One ingredient in this product is acetaminophen. Taking too much acetaminophen may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much acetaminophen is safe to take.
Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen without asking your doctor or pharmacist first. Acetaminophen is in many nonprescription and prescription medications (such as pain/fever drugs or cough-and-cold products). Check the labels on all your medicines to see if they contain acetaminophen, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.
Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen (overdose), even if you feel well. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine.
Daily alcohol use, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may damage your liver. Avoid alcohol.
Uses
This combination medication is used to relieve tension and migraine headaches. Headache pain can sometimes be caused by widened blood vessels in the head. Isometheptene works by narrowing these widened blood vessels. Acetaminophen relieves mild to moderate pain from various causes, including headache. Dichloralphenazone has a calming effect to help you relax.
How to use Migraine
See also Warning section.
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
For migraine headache, take this medication at the first sign of a migraine as directed by your doctor, usually 2 capsules first, followed by 1 capsule every hour until the headache is relieved. Do not take more than 5 capsules in a 12-hour period.
For tension headache, take as directed by your doctor, usually every 4 hours as needed. Do not take more than 8 capsules in a 24-hour period.
Pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. If you wait until the pain has worsened, the medication may not work as well.
Along with its benefits, this medication may rarely cause abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction). This risk may be increased if you have abused alcohol or drugs in the past. Take this medication exactly as prescribed to lessen the risk of addiction.
Do not use this medication more often or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if you need to use this medication more often, if the medication is not working as well, or if you have more frequent or worse headaches, or use this medication for more than 2 headache episodes a week. Your doctor may need to change your medication and/or add another medication to help prevent headaches.
Side Effects
See also Warning section.
Dizziness, drowsiness, or nausea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
MIGRAINE Side Effects List by likelihood and severity
The following side effects are associated with Migraine:
Common side effects of Migraine:
Chronic Trouble Sleeping Less Severe
Conditions of Excess Stomach Acid Secretion Less Severe
Feel Like Throwing Up Less Severe
Heartburn Less Severe
Irritation of the Stomach or Intestines Less Severe
Nervous Less Severe
Stomach Cramps Less Severe
Throwing Up Less Severe
Infrequent side effects of Migraine:
Abnormal Liver Function Tests Severe
Over Excitement Less Severe
Rare side effects of Migraine:
A Rupture in the Wall of the Stomach or Intestine Severe
Acute Liver Failure Severe
Acute Pustular Eruptions on Skin Severe
Anemia Severe
Bleeding of the Stomach or Intestines Severe
Blood coming from Anus Severe
Bronchospasm Severe
Decrease in the Ability of Platelet Cells to Clot Severe
Decreased Blood Platelets Severe
Decreased Neutrophils a Type of White Blood Cell Severe
Decreased White Blood Cells Severe
Deficiency of Granulocytes a Type of White Blood Cell Severe
Discolored Spots and Small Elevations of the Skin Severe
Drowsiness Severe
Extra Heartbeat Severe
Giant Hives Severe
Hemolytic Anemia Severe
Hemorrhage Within the Skull Severe
Hepatitis caused by Drugs Severe
Inflammation of Skin caused by an Allergy Severe
Interstitial Nephritis Severe
Itching Severe
Large Purple or Brown Skin Blotches Severe
Life Threatening Allergic Reaction Severe
Ringing in the Ears Severe
Seizures Severe
Small Skin Blister Severe
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Severe
Stomach or Intestinal Ulcer Severe
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Severe
Trouble Breathing Severe
Vocal Cord Swelling Severe
Wheezing Severe
Anxious Less Severe
Blind Spot in the Eye Less Severe
Burning Stomach Less Severe
Collection of Clotted Blood in an Organ, Space or Tissue Less Severe
Fast Heartbeat Less Severe
Feeling Restless Less Severe
Hives Less Severe
Increased Feeling of the Skin Less Severe
Indigestion Less Severe
Involuntary Quivering Less Severe
Loss of Appetite Less Severe
Rash Less Severe
Redness of Skin Less Severe
Precautions
See also Warning section.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to isometheptene, acetaminophen, or dichloralphenazone; or to chloral hydrate; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood circulation problems (for example, in your legs, arms/hands), high blood pressure, glaucoma, heart problems (such as chest pain, previous heart attack), kidney disease, liver disease, history of regular use/abuse of drugs/alcohol, stroke or "mini-stroke" (transient ischemic attack).
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Interactions
See also Warning section.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug include: ketoconazole, sodium oxybate.
Taking MAO inhibitors with this medication may cause a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction. Do not take any MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before and after treatment with this medication. Ask your doctor when to start or stop taking this medication.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other products that cause drowsiness including alcohol, antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine), drugs for sleep or anxiety (such as alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, and narcotic pain relievers (such as codeine). Check the labels on all your medicines (such as allergy, cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness or could increase your blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.
This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including certain urine glucose tests, urine catecholamine/5-HIAA levels), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine, irregular heartbeat.
Notes
Do not share this medication with others. It is against the law.
Laboratory and/or medical tests (such as liver function tests) may be performed periodically to check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
Certain foods/beverages or food additives (such as red wine, cheese, chocolate, monosodium glutamate) as well as lifestyle patterns such as irregular eating/sleeping habits or stress may bring on a migraine headache. Avoiding these "triggers" may help lessen migraine attacks. Consult your doctor for more details.
Missed Dose
Not applicable.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised October 2015. Copyright(c) 2015 First Databank, Inc.
Generic Name(s): ISOMETHEPTENE/ACETAMINOPHEN/DICHLORALPHENAZONE
WARNINGS: One ingredient in this product is acetaminophen. Taking too much acetaminophen may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much acetaminophen is safe to take.
Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen without asking your doctor or pharmacist first. Acetaminophen is in many nonprescription and prescription medications (such as pain/fever drugs or cough-and-cold products). Check the labels on all your medicines to see if they contain acetaminophen, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.
Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen (overdose), even if you feel well. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine.
Daily alcohol use, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may damage your liver. Avoid alcohol.
Uses
This combination medication is used to relieve tension and migraine headaches. Headache pain can sometimes be caused by widened blood vessels in the head. Isometheptene works by narrowing these widened blood vessels. Acetaminophen relieves mild to moderate pain from various causes, including headache. Dichloralphenazone has a calming effect to help you relax.
How to use Migraine
See also Warning section.
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
For migraine headache, take this medication at the first sign of a migraine as directed by your doctor, usually 2 capsules first, followed by 1 capsule every hour until the headache is relieved. Do not take more than 5 capsules in a 12-hour period.
For tension headache, take as directed by your doctor, usually every 4 hours as needed. Do not take more than 8 capsules in a 24-hour period.
Pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. If you wait until the pain has worsened, the medication may not work as well.
Along with its benefits, this medication may rarely cause abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction). This risk may be increased if you have abused alcohol or drugs in the past. Take this medication exactly as prescribed to lessen the risk of addiction.
Do not use this medication more often or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if you need to use this medication more often, if the medication is not working as well, or if you have more frequent or worse headaches, or use this medication for more than 2 headache episodes a week. Your doctor may need to change your medication and/or add another medication to help prevent headaches.
Side Effects
See also Warning section.
Dizziness, drowsiness, or nausea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
MIGRAINE Side Effects List by likelihood and severity
The following side effects are associated with Migraine:
Common side effects of Migraine:
Chronic Trouble Sleeping Less Severe
Conditions of Excess Stomach Acid Secretion Less Severe
Feel Like Throwing Up Less Severe
Heartburn Less Severe
Irritation of the Stomach or Intestines Less Severe
Nervous Less Severe
Stomach Cramps Less Severe
Throwing Up Less Severe
Infrequent side effects of Migraine:
Abnormal Liver Function Tests Severe
Over Excitement Less Severe
Rare side effects of Migraine:
A Rupture in the Wall of the Stomach or Intestine Severe
Acute Liver Failure Severe
Acute Pustular Eruptions on Skin Severe
Anemia Severe
Bleeding of the Stomach or Intestines Severe
Blood coming from Anus Severe
Bronchospasm Severe
Decrease in the Ability of Platelet Cells to Clot Severe
Decreased Blood Platelets Severe
Decreased Neutrophils a Type of White Blood Cell Severe
Decreased White Blood Cells Severe
Deficiency of Granulocytes a Type of White Blood Cell Severe
Discolored Spots and Small Elevations of the Skin Severe
Drowsiness Severe
Extra Heartbeat Severe
Giant Hives Severe
Hemolytic Anemia Severe
Hemorrhage Within the Skull Severe
Hepatitis caused by Drugs Severe
Inflammation of Skin caused by an Allergy Severe
Interstitial Nephritis Severe
Itching Severe
Large Purple or Brown Skin Blotches Severe
Life Threatening Allergic Reaction Severe
Ringing in the Ears Severe
Seizures Severe
Small Skin Blister Severe
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Severe
Stomach or Intestinal Ulcer Severe
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Severe
Trouble Breathing Severe
Vocal Cord Swelling Severe
Wheezing Severe
Anxious Less Severe
Blind Spot in the Eye Less Severe
Burning Stomach Less Severe
Collection of Clotted Blood in an Organ, Space or Tissue Less Severe
Fast Heartbeat Less Severe
Feeling Restless Less Severe
Hives Less Severe
Increased Feeling of the Skin Less Severe
Indigestion Less Severe
Involuntary Quivering Less Severe
Loss of Appetite Less Severe
Rash Less Severe
Redness of Skin Less Severe
Precautions
See also Warning section.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to isometheptene, acetaminophen, or dichloralphenazone; or to chloral hydrate; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood circulation problems (for example, in your legs, arms/hands), high blood pressure, glaucoma, heart problems (such as chest pain, previous heart attack), kidney disease, liver disease, history of regular use/abuse of drugs/alcohol, stroke or "mini-stroke" (transient ischemic attack).
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Interactions
See also Warning section.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug include: ketoconazole, sodium oxybate.
Taking MAO inhibitors with this medication may cause a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction. Do not take any MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before and after treatment with this medication. Ask your doctor when to start or stop taking this medication.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other products that cause drowsiness including alcohol, antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine), drugs for sleep or anxiety (such as alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, and narcotic pain relievers (such as codeine). Check the labels on all your medicines (such as allergy, cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness or could increase your blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.
This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including certain urine glucose tests, urine catecholamine/5-HIAA levels), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine, irregular heartbeat.
Notes
Do not share this medication with others. It is against the law.
Laboratory and/or medical tests (such as liver function tests) may be performed periodically to check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
Certain foods/beverages or food additives (such as red wine, cheese, chocolate, monosodium glutamate) as well as lifestyle patterns such as irregular eating/sleeping habits or stress may bring on a migraine headache. Avoiding these "triggers" may help lessen migraine attacks. Consult your doctor for more details.
Missed Dose
Not applicable.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised October 2015. Copyright(c) 2015 First Databank, Inc.
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