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Severe reversible arterial spasm with ergotamine

J A Paraskevopoulos1, D E Teasdale, R J Cuschieri

  • 1Department of Surgery, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Doncaster.

The British Journal of Clinical Practice
|July 1, 1995
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Excessive ergotamine tartrate caused severe arterial spasm and left foot ischemia. Treatment with heparin and chemical sympathectomy successfully resolved the condition.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Ergotamine tartrate is a medication used for migraines.
  • Overuse can lead to serious vascular complications.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with unilateral arterial spasm and severe left foot ischemia.
  • Symptoms were linked to excessive ergotamine tartrate use.

Findings:

  • Intravenous heparin infusion was initiated.
  • Chemical sympathectomy was performed as a subsequent treatment.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the risks of ergotamine tartrate overuse.
  • Successful treatment demonstrates the efficacy of heparin and sympathectomy for ergotamine-induced ischemia.