Drug guide

Gerimal

Gerimal (ER-goe-loid MESS-i-lates ) belongs to the group of medicines known as ergot alkaloids. It is used to treat some mood, behavior, or other problems that may be due to changes in the brain from Alzheimer's disease or multiple small strokes. Gerimal is different from other ergot alkaloids such as ergotamine and methysergide. It is not useful for treating migraine headache. The exact way Gerimal acts on the body is not known.

Brand names:
- Ergoloid Mesylates
- Gerimal
- Hydergine
- Hydergine LC