Methysergide Maleate

What do methysergide tablets do? METHYSERGIDE (Sansert(R)) is one of a group of medicines known as ergot alkaloids. Methysergide helps to prevent certain kinds of throbbing headaches such as migraine and cluster headaches. It is not helpful once the headache has started. Generic methysergide tablets are not yet available.

Methysergide may also interact with the following drugs: antibiotics such as erythromycin, clarithromycin, and troleandomycin, antifungal drugs like fluconazole, itraconazole or ketoconazole, bromocriptine, cabergoline, cocaine, ergoloid mesylates (Hydergine(R)), herbal products like feverfew, fluvoxamine, grapefruit juice, medicines for colds, flu, or breathing difficulties, medicines for high blood pressure, medicines or herbal products to decrease weight or appetite, methylergonovine, nefazodone, nicotine, some medications for the treatment of HIV infection or AIDs

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): diarrhea, dizziness or lightheadedness, heartburn, nausea, weight gain.

NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.