Bontril Slow-Release Capsules and Dromelate Injection

• Generic Name: phendimetrazine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, capsule
• Other Brand Names: Bontril, Melfiat, Bontril PDM

Bontril (phendimetrazine) is similar to an amphetamine. Phendimetrazine stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite.

Bontril is used together with diet and exercise to treat obesity.

Bontril may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: dihydroergotamine
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: DHE. 45, Migranal

Dihydroergotamine is in a group of drugs called ergot alkaloids (ER-got AL-ka-loids). It works by narrowing the blood vessels around the brain and affects blood flow patterns that are associated with certain types of headaches.

Dihydroergotamine injection is used to treat a migraine or cluster headache attack. This medication will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.

Dihydroergotamine injection should not be used to treat common tension headaches or any headache that seems to be different from your usual migraine headaches. Dihydroergotamine is not for daily use.

Dihydroergotamine injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.