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Headache Medications
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Reglan (Metoclopramide) 
  • Rx, antiemetic, neuroleptic
  • relieves pain, nausea, and vomiting
  • oral, injectable, and suppositories
  • lower incidence of side effects than many such drugs, but possible side effects include sedation, anticholinergic effects, hypotension, extrapyrimidal effects, confusion
  • contraindications: narrow-angle glaucoma, some prostate conditions, severe hypotension, cardiac arrhythmia

Stadol 
  • Rx, abortive, narcotic analgesic
  • Brand name: Stadol in U.S. and Canada
  • butorphanol
  • nasal spray, IV or IM injectable
  • sedating
  • potentially addictive
  • strong potential for rebound headaches
  • Other medications: Be sure your doctor knows if you are taking any of these medications: central nervous system (CNS) depressants; tricyclic antidepressants such as Elavil, Sinequain, Tofranil, etc.; other narcotic pain medications.
  • Potential side effects:
    • Get emergency care if you experience: cold, clammy skin; confusion; seizures; severe dizziness; severe drowsiness; nervousness; restlessness; weakness; slow heartbeat; difficulty breathing; small pupils.
    • Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience: fever, ringing or buzzing in ears, sore throat, sneezing, sinus congestion, nosebleeds; blurred vision; hallucinations; itching; rash; chest congestion; problems urinating; fainting; ear pain.
    • These side effects usually do not require medical care, but check with your doctor if any of these are bothersome or continue: Anxiety; burning, crawling, or prickling feeling of skin; euphoria; behavioral changes; stomach pain; strange dreams; trembling; hot feeling
  • Now also available in generic form
  • FDA-approved labelling



Material on this page is for informational purposes only,
and should not be construed as medical advice.
Always consult your physician or pharmacist regarding medications.

 


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