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dihydroergotamine mesylate 1 mg/mL

dihydroergotamine mesylate · INJECTION, SOLUTION · Baxter Healthcare Corporation

4 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Dihydroergotamine mesylate is an injectable medication used to treat migraine headaches and certain types of cluster headaches. It works by narrowing blood vessels around the brain to help relieve migraine symptoms.

Key Facts

Brand Name
dihydroergotamine mesylate
Generic Name
dihydroergotamine mesylate
NDC Code (Product)
36000-300
Manufacturer
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Strength
1 mg/mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION, SOLUTION
Route
INTRAMUSCULAR, INTRAVENOUS, SUBCUTANEOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA216747
Marketing Start
01/07/2025

Recall History

4 Recalls on Record
Class II11/22/2024

Provepharm Inc.

Discoloration

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/24/2015

JD & SN Inc., dba Moses Lake Professional Pharmacy

Lack of Assurance of Sterility; all sterile human compounded drugs within expiry

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/13/2022

Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office

cGMP deviations: Temperature abuse

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/27/2014

Martin Avenue Pharmacy, Inc.

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Martin Avenue Pharmacy, Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall of all compounded sterile preparations within expiry. The recall is being initiated in connection with a recent FDA inspection due to observations associated with certain quality control procedures that present a risk to sterility assurance.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

drug ineffective329 reports
off label use311 reports
hyperhidrosis296 reports
nightmare282 reports
sedation282 reports
nausea272 reports
product use in unapproved indication236 reports
nephrolithiasis193 reports
migraine75 reports
treatment failure57 reports

Frequently Asked Questions

What is dihydroergotamine mesylate used for?

Dihydroergotamine mesylate is an injectable medication used to treat migraine headaches and certain types of cluster headaches. It works by narrowing blood vessels around the brain to help relieve migraine symptoms.

Is dihydroergotamine mesylate a controlled substance?

dihydroergotamine mesylate is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for dihydroergotamine mesylate?

The generic name for dihydroergotamine mesylate is dihydroergotamine mesylate. There are 11 other brand versions of dihydroergotamine mesylate.

What is the NDC code for dihydroergotamine mesylate 1 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for dihydroergotamine mesylate 1 mg/mL is 36000-300, listed by Baxter Healthcare Corporation.