all and sundry ergoloid mesylates Generic Name: ergoloid mesylates (ER goe loyd MES i lates) Brand Name: Hydergine, Hydergine LC Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Drug Images Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons What is ergoloid mesylates? Ergoloid mesylates is used to improve cognitive (mental) and self-care functioning in people with symptoms of dementia related to aging or conditions such as Alzheimer's disease. Ergoloid mesylates is not a cure for dementia or for any underlying disease that may lead to decreased mental capacity. Ergoloid mesylates will not treat dementia that is related to mental illness, mood disorders, or neurologic disease. Ergoloid mesylates may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Slideshow Insomnia and Sleep Deprivation: The Case For A Good Night's Sleep What is the most important information I should know about ergoloid mesylates? You should not take ergoloid mesylates if you have a history of mental illness or psychosis. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using ergoloid mesylates? You should not take ergoloid mesylates if you are allergic to it, or if you have: a history of mental illness or psychosis. It is not known whether ergoloid mesylates will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine. It is not known whether ergoloid mesylates passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. How should I use ergoloid mesylates? Ergoloid mesylates is usually taken 3 times per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using ergoloid mesylates. Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. It may take up to 4 weeks before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 3 weeks of treatment. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. What happens if I miss a dose? Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. What should I avoid while taking ergoloid mesylates? Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity. Ergoloid mesylates side effects Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have: any changes in memory, alertness, mood, appetite, energy level, or ability to care for yourself. Common side effects may include: nausea or other stomach discomfort. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Side Effects (complete list) Ergoloid mesylates dosing information Usual Adult Dose for Dementia: 1 mg orally 3 times a day Comments: -The decision to treat an individual with an ill-defined decline in mental capacity may result in missing underlying conditions that could be reversible and treatable; great care should be exercised to exclude delirium secondary to systemic disease, primary neurological disease, or primary disturbance of mood as possible conditions prior to treatment. -Continued clinical evaluation is necessary during treatment as the patient's condition may evolve sufficiently to allow for a specific diagnosis and specific alternative treatment. Use: Symptomatic relief of an idiopathic decline in mental capacity effecting self-care, mood, motivation, cognitive and interpersonal skills. What other drugs will affect ergoloid mesylates? Other drugs may interact with ergoloid mesylates, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using. Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about ergoloid mesylates Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Images Drug Interactions Support Group Pricing & Coupons En EspaƱol 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: miscellaneous central nervous system agents Consumer resources Ergoloid Mesylates Ergoloid mesylates Oral, Sublingual (Advanced Reading) Other brands: Hydergine Professional resources Ergoloid Tablets (FDA) Ergoloid Mesylates (Wolters Kluwer) Related treatment guides Alzheimer's Disease Arteriosclerotic Dementia Dementia Where can I get more information? Your pharmacist can provide more information about ergoloid mesylates. 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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The absence of a warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any given patient. Multum does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information Multum provides. The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Copyright 1996-2012 Cerner Multum, Inc. Version: 2.01. Date modified: December 03, 2017 Last reviewed: July 30, 2014 Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only N Pregnancy Category Not classified N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA Manufacturer Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc. 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