Methermat 0.2mg Injection
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Product introduction
Methermat 0.2mg Injection is a prescription medicine used to treat acute migraine headache. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels thereby relieving the migraine headaches.
Methermat 0.2mg Injection is taken by mouth with or without food preferably at night. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain 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 have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly as it may result in worsening of headaches.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine includes nausea, vomiting, muscle pain and leg pain. It may cause dizziness, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you.
Methermat 0.2mg Injection is taken by mouth with or without food preferably at night. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain 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 have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly as it may result in worsening of headaches.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine includes nausea, vomiting, muscle pain and leg pain. It may cause dizziness, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you.
Uses of Methermat Injection
Side effects of Methermat Injection
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 Methermat
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Muscle pain
- Leg pain
How to use Methermat Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Methermat Injection works
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the head. Methermat 0.2mg Injection is a serotonin receptor antagonist. It works by maintaining the level of serotonin (chemical messenger) in the brain, thus prevents the transmission of pain. It also inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory neuropeptide (chemical messenger) which is responsible for migraine pain. Again, it works on the activation of 5-HT1D receptors to narrow down the blood vessels to alleviate the pain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Methermat 0.2mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Methermat 0.2mg Injection 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
UNSAFE
Methermat 0.2mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Methermat 0.2mg Injection 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 Methermat 0.2mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Methermat 0.2mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Methermat Injection?
If you miss a dose of Methermat 0.2mg Injection, 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.\n \n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Methermat 0.2mg Injection helps in the treatment of an acute attack of migraine.
- Take it as soon as you notice the first sign of migraine.
- Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
- Have your meals at the same time everyday
- 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
- It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
- It may cause sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Methermat 0.2mg Injection affects you.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly as it can cause worsening of headaches.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Ergot Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Ergot derivative
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Methermat 0.2mg Injection safe to use?
Methermat 0.2mg Injection should not be used regularly even if you adhere to the prescribed dosage. It should not be used for prevention of migraine. There is a risk of developing ergotism which may result in decreased blood supply to the brain and may cause limb weakness, blurred vision, and slurred speech.
How should Methermat 0.2mg Injection be taken?
Take one tablet at the first sign of migraine. If the headache does not stop within 30 minutes, take half or one more tablet. Take half or one tablet every 30 minutes until the headache stops or you have taken the maximum of 3 tablets. If the headache still continues, contact your doctor. It is not recommended to take more than three tablets (6 mg) in 24 hours or 6 tablets (12 mg) in 1 week. Consult your doctor if more medicine is required.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Methermat 0.2mg Injection?
The symptoms of overdosage of Methermat 0.2mg Injection may include vomiting, numbness, tingling sensation, pain, blue hands and feet. Additionally, there may be a lack of pulse , dizziness or lightheadedness, faintness, drowsiness, unconsciousness, and even coma and seizures. The stomach of such patients should be cleared if vomiting has not occurred.
Can I take other anti-migraine medicines along with Methermat 0.2mg Injection?
It is important not to take zolmitriptan, almotriptan, sumatriptan, rizatriptan, and frovatriptan for 24 hours after taking Methermat 0.2mg Injection. In addition, do not take Methermat 0.2mg Injection for 6 hours after taking any of these medicines. Eletriptan (also used to treat migraine) and Methermat 0.2mg Injection should not be taken within 24 hours of each other.
What are the serious side effects of Methermat 0.2mg Injection?
The serious side effects of Methermat 0.2mg Injection include leg weakness, chest pain, rapid or slow heartbeat, dizziness, and muscle pain in the legs or arms. Methermat 0.2mg Injection may also cause blue hands and feet, swelling, itching, pain, burning, or tingling in the fingers and toes. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
Can Methermat 0.2mg Injection cause dependence?
Yes, Methermat 0.2mg Injection may cause dependence. It should not be used on a regular basis or to prevent a migraine attack. Its regular use can cause dependence and rebound headaches which in turn may lead you to take Methermat 0.2mg Injection more often.
What should be avoided while taking Methermat 0.2mg Injection?
Grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking Methermat 0.2mg Injection as it can increase the risk of side effects. Do not smoke or drink alcohol while taking this medicine. If you feel drowsy after taking Methermat 0.2mg Injection do not drive or use heavy machinery. Also, you should avoid getting pregnant and breastfeeding your baby, as Methermat 0.2mg Injection may have harmful effects on the baby.
What fungus produces Methermat 0.2mg Injection?
Methermat 0.2mg Injection is obtained from Claviceps species, mainly from clavicles purpurea.
What class of medicine is Methermat 0.2mg Injection?
Methermat 0.2mg Injection belongs to ergot alkaloid class of medicines. It works by preventing blood vessels in the head from expanding and causing headaches.
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