HOW ARE CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKERS TAKEN?
These medications are available in tablet or capsule form. Tablets and capsules should be taken whole, not crushed, broken, or chewed, before swallowing. Important: Never stop calcium channel blockers without your physician’s approval. Your physician may gradually reduce the dose to prevent unwanted side effects. WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE? If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible — unless it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. In that case, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS? Side effects of this medication may include — • Constipation • Dizziness • Facial flushing • Depression SEROTONIN ANTAGONISTS GENERIC NAMESBRAND NAMES methysergideSansert WHAT DO SEROTONIN ANTAGONISTS DO? Serotonin antagonists reduce the number of migraine headaches experienced. HOW ARE SEROTONIN ANTAGONISTS TAKEN? Methysergide, a member of the ergot alkaloid group of drugs, is available in tablet form. If it upsets your stomach, it may be taken with meal
