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After taking some drug for the classic acute attack of a migraine, a patient developed nausea and vomiting. He also developed tingling and numbness in the tip of the finger that also turned blue. Which of the following is the most likely drug implicated in causing the above vasoconstricting

A
Dihydroergotamine
B
Sumatriptan
C
Aspirin
D
Butorphanol
High-Yield Explanation
This is a classic sign of ergot induced vasoconstriction. Dihydroergotamine can be used for an acute attack of a migraine and can result in these symptoms. Due to their vasoconstricting potential, ergot alkaloids are contra-indicated in a patient with peripheral vascular disease. These may also lead to the development of gangrene.

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