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Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet
Product introduction
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat migraine. It helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches.
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food, preferably at night. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. In case you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as advised by the doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly as this may worsen your headaches.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle pain, and increased heart rate. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. It might cause dryness of mouth if it happens then drink plenty of water and avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food, preferably at night. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. In case you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as advised by the doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly as this may worsen your headaches.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle pain, and increased heart rate. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. It might cause dryness of mouth if it happens then drink plenty of water and avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Migranil EC Tablet
Benefits of Migranil EC Tablet
In Migraine
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of medicines that treat and prevent migraine headaches. It changes the electrical activity in the brain, and also blocks signals that cause nausea/vomiting associated with migraines. It also contains caffeine that stimulates your brain to uplift your mood and give you a feeling of well being by improving your energy levels. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life.
Side effects of Migranil EC Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Migranil EC
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Muscle pain
- Increased heart rate
- Restlessness
How to use Migranil EC Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Migranil EC Tablet works
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ergotamine and Caffeine, which treats migraine. Ergotamine is an ergot alkaloid which works by preventing blood vessels in the head from expanding and causing headaches. Caffeine increases the absorption of Ergotamine and further narrows the widened blood vessels.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Migranil EC Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet helps to ease the pain you feel during a migraine headache.
- Stick to simple meals and avoid fatty or spicy foods to avoid nausea and vomiting due to migraines.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any pain relief medicine.
- Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but may not completely stop them.
- Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
- Have your meals at the same time every day.
- Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures.
- Avoid loud music and noisy places.
- Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol, and smoking.
- Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet
Once A Day
79%
Twice A Day
18%
Thrice A Day
3%
What are you using Migranil EC Tablet for?
Migraine
92%
Others
5%
Acute migrain*
3%
*Acute migraine headache
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
43%
Average
35%
Poor
22%
What were the side-effects while using Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet?
Vomiting
45%
Increased hea*
15%
Nausea
10%
Muscle pain
10%
No Side Effec*
5%
*Increased heart rate, No Side Effect
How do you take Migranil EC Tablet?
With food
53%
With or witho*
44%
Empty stomach
4%
*With or without food
Please rate Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet on price
Average
49%
Expensive
28%
Not Expensive
23%
FAQs
Q. What can cause or trigger a migraine attack?
Certain physical or environmental factors, such as foods, hormonal changes, weather, and stress, can lead to or “trigger” a migraine. However, it is important to remember that triggers are different for everyone. Thus, to prevent migraine attacks you need to figure out which triggers affect you and which ones do not. Keeping a headache diary is an effective way to track triggers. The diary will also help you talk to your doctor about your condition better.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet can lead to increased side effects. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or you experience increased severity of migraine attacks, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Can I stop taking Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet when my migraine symptoms are relieved?
Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet is usually used to prevent and treat migraine attack. Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor.
Q. Can the use of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Migranil EC 1mg/100mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MedlinePlus. Ergotamine+Caffeine. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Ergotamine Tartrate and Caffeine. Eatontown, New Jersey: West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp.; 2004. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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