Benzphetamine and Ergotamine and caffeine interaction
Benzphetamine and Ergotamine and caffeine: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.
Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.
What the FDA labels say
From the Benzphetamine (Benzphetamine Hydrochloride) label · effective 2026-06-18
Benzphetamine Hydrochloride Tablets should not be used concomitantly with other CNS stimulants.
Benzphetamine hydrochloride tablets should not be used concomitantly with other CNS stimulants.
From the Ergotamine and caffeine (Cafergot) label · effective 2026-03-23
Use with sympathomimetics (pressor agents) may cause extreme elevation of blood pressure.
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