Brekiya
DIHYDROERGOTAMINE treats migraines and cluster headaches. It works by blocking pain signals and narrowing blood vessels in the brain. It belongs to a group of medications called ergot alkaloids. It is not used to prevent headaches or migraines. Compare ergot derivatives.
What is Brekiya?
What should I tell my doctor?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- Chest pain
- Diabetes
- Having or recent surgery
- Have had a heart attack, stroke, or mini-stroke
- Heart or blood vessel conditions
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Infection
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Tobacco use
- An unusual or allergic reaction to dihydroergotamine, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- Breastfeeding
How should I use this drug?
This medication is injected under the skin, into a muscle, or into a vein. If it is injected into a muscle or vein, it will be given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting. It may be given at home if it is injected under the skin.
If you get this medication at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give it. Take it as directed on the prescription label. You will be taught how to prepare and give it. Do not take it more often than directed.
It is important that you put your used needles and syringes in a special sharps container. Do not put them in a trash can. If you do not have a sharps container, call your pharmacist or care team to get one.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply. This medication is not for regular use. It should only be used as needed.
Where should I store this drug?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light, moisture, and heat. Do not refrigerate. Do not freeze. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
- Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
- If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.
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Brekiya 1mg/mL Autoinjector Solution for Injection