This medication description is not meant for treatment prescription without the intervention of a specialist.

Common Uses

Formigran is used for relief of classic migraine headaches. It's helpful whether or not the headache is preceded by an aura (visual disturbances, usually sensations of halos or flickering lights). The drug works only during an actual attack. It will not reduce the number of headaches that develop.

How to Take

Formigran comes in 1- and 2.5-milligram tablets. The most you should take at one time is 2.5 milligrams, and the maximum for each 24 hours is 5 milligrams. Doses should be spaced at least 4 hours apart.

If you have kidney or liver problems, the recommended dose is 1 milligram, with a 24- hour maximum of 2.5 milligrams.

Warning and Precautions

Formigran should be used only for acute, classic migraine attacks. It should not be taken for other types of headache, including cluster headache and certain unusual types of migraine.

Formigran may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Formigran with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

If you have a headache that is different than your usual migraine attacks, check with your doctor before using Formigran.

Overuse of Formigran may cause your headache to become worse. Do not take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.

Serotonin syndrome is a possibly fatal syndrome that can be caused by Formigran. Your risk may be greater if you take Formigran with certain other medicines (eg, SSRIs, MAOIs). Symptoms may include agitation; confusion; hallucinations; coma; fever; fast or irregular heartbeat; tremor; excessive sweating; and nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms.

Lab tests, including blood pressure, heart function, and kidney or liver function, may be performed while you use Formigran. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek medical attention if you think you take too much of the medicine. Symptoms may include severe drowsiness.

Storage

Store Formigran between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Formigran out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects are: dizziness; drowsiness; nausea; numbness or tingling of the skin; tiredness.

More Information

The information given above is a summary. Your pharmacist can provide more information about Formigran. Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this medicine for other health conditions. If using this medicine for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.

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