Does Adrenalin Epinephrine Interact with Ergot Alkaloids?
CDI records a major classification for Adrenalin Epinephrine and Ergot Alkaloids. The stored summary is: Ergot alkaloids may reverse the pressor effects of epinephrine. The mechanism involves reversal of epinephrine pressor effects. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Major
- Adrenalin Epinephrine Class
- alpha-Adrenergic Agonist
- Management
- Close medical supervision required
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Reversal of epinephrine pressor effects
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Adrenalin Epinephrine and your doctor is considering prescribing Ergot Alkaloids (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask how frequently you should be monitored while these are co-prescribed
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider