Drug comparisons
Dihydroergotamine vs Ergotamine
Compare Dihydroergotamine (DHE, Trudhesa nasal) vs Ergotamine (Cafergot oral) for acute migraines. Efficacy, safety, side effects compared.
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Clinical context
This comparison arises for patients with triptan-refractory acute migraines considering ergot alkaloid alternatives.
Bottom line
Dihydroergotamine is often preferred for versatility and tolerability but neither is superior overall.
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