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MigraTen

Generic Name: acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene (a seat A men o fen, ca F een, and I so met hep teen)
Brand Names: MigraTen

What is acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene?

Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.

Isometheptene and caffeine cause constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels (arteries and veins). This is important in the treatment of headaches.

The combination, acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene, is used to treat tension (or muscle contraction) and vascular (migraine) headaches.

Acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene?

Avoid alcohol. Alcohol taken during therapy with acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene can be very damaging to your liver. Never take more acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene than is prescribed for you. If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.

Avoid other over-the-counter and prescription products that contain acetaminophen. Too much acetaminophen could be dangerous. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter preparations.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene?

Do not take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene without first talking to your doctor if you drink more than three alcoholic beverages per day or if you have had alcoholic liver disease. You may not be able to take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene, or you may require a lower dose. Do not take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Dangerous side effects could result.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have

  • kidney or liver disease;
  • glaucoma;

  • high blood pressure or heart disease; or

  • poor circulation.

You may not be able to take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

It is not known whether acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene will harm an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is also not known whether acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene will harm a breast-feeding baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene?

Take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene exactly as directed by your doctor or follow the instructions on the package. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a full glass of water. Never take more acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene than is prescribed for you. If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.

Do not share this medication with anyone else.

Store this medication at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and the reach of children.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose of this medication. Wait the prescribed amount of time before taking your next dose.

If you are taking acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene on an as-needed basis, missing a dose is not usually a problem. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember and do not take another dose for the amount of time prescribed by your doctor.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

What should I avoid while taking acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene?

Avoid alcohol. Alcohol taken during therapy with acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene can be very damaging to your liver.

Avoid other over-the-counter and prescription products that contain acetaminophen. Too much acetaminophen could be dangerous. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter preparations.

What are the possible side effects of acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene and seek emergency medical attention:
  • an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

  • liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, abdominal pain); or

  • blood problems (easy or unusual bleeding or bruising).

These side effects are very rare and are not likely to occur during proper treatment with acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene and talk to your doctor if you experience

  • nausea;

  • dizziness, tiredness, or lightheadedness.

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.

What other drugs will affect acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene?

Do not take acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Dangerous side effects could result.

Many other medicines contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counter pain, fever, cold, and allergy medications. Too much acetaminophen can be very dangerous.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

  • Your pharmacist has additional information about acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Acetaminophen, caffeine, and isometheptene is available with a prescription under several brand and generic names. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication especially if it is new to you.

  • Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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