Nicergoline (Nicergoline)
Overview of Nicergoline
Nicergoline is an ergot derivative, which is used for the symtomatic treatment of mental deterioration associated with cerebrovascular insufficiency and in peripheral vascular disease. Nicergoline is given orally as well as parenterally.
Indication of Nicergoline
Nicergoline is primarily indicated in conditions like Mental sequelae of cerebrovascular disorder, Pruritus.
Contraindication of Nicergoline
Nicergoline is contraindicated in conditions like Myocardial infarction,Bradycardia.
Side Effects of Nicergoline
The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Nicergoline include Severe hypotension.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Nicergoline are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Vertigo, Headache, Drowsiness, Nausea, Anorexia, Diarrhea, Constipation, Tinnitus, Abdominal pain, Dry mouth, Urticaria, Pruritus, Skin RashX, Malaise.
Precautions of Nicergoline
Although toxicology studies have not shown nicergoline to have any teratogenic effect, the use of this medicine during pregnancy should be limited to those cases where it is absolutely necessary.