Caffeine And Ergotamine: What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Caffeine And Ergotamine
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What are the possible side effects of caffeine and ergotamine?
 | Stop taking caffeine and ergotamine and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately if you experience. |
- an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
- chest pain;
- numbness or tingling in the fingers or toes;
- muscle pain in the arms or legs;
- leg weakness;
- changes in heart rate;
- swelling; or
- itching.
Other, less serious side effects may also occur. Continue to take caffeine and ergotamine and talk to your doctor if you experience nausea or vomiting.
 | Caffeine and ergotamine may be habit forming when used for long periods of time. Larger doses may be needed for headache relief, and withdrawal effects may occur when caffeine and ergotamine therapy is stopped. |
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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| Last updated: | February 13, 2004 |
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