Migranal Side Effects

Migranal is a spray medication used to treat acute migraine headaches either with or without aura. The medication is an ergot derivative that works by constricting blood vessels in the brain, which in turn reduces the likelihood of migraine symptoms. As with most medications, there are a number of side effects associated with using Migranal.

Common Side Effects

• Some of these side effects include diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness, burning sensation, irritation, dry mouth, nasal congestion, nasal discharge, pain, nausea, runny nose, sinus inflammation, sore nose or throat, stiffness, vomiting, weakness and tiredness. Although these are considered the most common side effects associated with using Migranal, they only affect a small number of users.

Severe Side Effects

• Some of these include difficulty breathing, tightening of the chest, hives, rash, swelling of the mouth and tongue, chest pain, muscle weakness, loss of color, numbness, swelling, irregular heartbeat and coldness. These side effects are very rare and are not reported in a large number of users.

Important Safety Information

• This medication can cause drowsiness and dizziness, so it is recommended that users do not operate any type of machinery--including automobiles--while using this drug. Use Migranal with caution in children and adults older than 65 as side effects have been known to affect them more severely. This medication has also been shown to cause damage to an unborn fetus, so do not use it if you are pregnant or are expecting to be soon.

Usage

• Always use Migranal directly as instructed by your doctor, and never exceed the recommended dosage instructions written on the label. The drug is meant for use in the nose only and should never be injected directly into the bloodstream. To administer the medication, spray once into each nostril without tilting your head or sniffing. This medication is not meant for use on a daily basis.

Warning

• If you experience any of the aforementioned side effects, contact your local doctor immediately.

  If an overdose of Migranal is suspected, contact your local poison center and head directly to the emergency room.

  Migranal is meant as a nose spray only and should never be administered into any other bodily orifice.