| Author (Corporate) | European Medicines Agency |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | EMA/385266/2013 (28.06.13) |
| Publication Date | 28/06/2013 |
| Content Type | News |
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The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP), in June 2013, recommended restricting the use of medicines containing ergot derivatives. These medicines should no longer be used to treat several conditions involving blood circulation problems or problems with memory and sensation, or to prevent migraine headaches, since the risks are greater than the benefits in these indications. This is based on a review of data showing an increased risk of fibrosis (formation of excess connective tissue that can damage organs and body structures) and ergotism (symptoms of ergot poisoning, such as spasms and obstructed blood circulation) with these medicines. |
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| Source Link | http://www.emea.europa.eu/ema/index.jsp?curl=pages/news_and_events/news/2013/06/news_detail_001832.jsp&mid=WC0b01ac058004d5c1 |
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| Subject Categories | Health |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
