Ergotamine, belladonna alkaloids and phenobarbital - er-GOT-a-meen, bell-a-DON-a AL-ka-loids and feen-oh-BAR-bi-tal combination is using to treat some symptoms of menopause - such as hot flashes, sweating, restlessness and trouble in sleeping. However, it is not effective against other problems that may occur after menopause, such as osteoporosis. This drug is also using to prevent migraine or cluster headaches in people who get these headaches often. It is not using to treat a headache that has already started. This combination drug may also be using for other problems as determined by your family doctor.
The phenobarbital in this combination drug belongs to the group of medication known as barbiturates.
This drug is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada