Dihydroergotamine Mesylate and Eraxis

• Generic Name: dihydroergotamine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: DHE. 45, Migranal

Acute treatment of migraine attacks (with or without aura) or cluster headaches.

One of several preferred initial therapies in moderate to severe migraines or mild to moderate migraines that respond poorly to NSAIAs.

IV treatment of intractable migraines (e.g., status migrainosus); usually used in combination with IV antiemetic.

Not recommended for management of hemiplegic or basilar migraine or for prophylaxis or chronic daily management of migraine.

Used in combination with low-dose heparin therapy for prevention of postoperative DVT and pulmonary embolism; generally has been replaced by other more effective therapies (e.g., low molecular weight heparin alone, warfarin).

• Generic Name: anidulafungin
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Eraxis

Eraxis (anidulafungin) is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.

Eraxis treats candida (yeast) infections in the blood, or in the stomach or esophagus.

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