Hi Sam,
Yes, Cafergot is no longer available, unfortunate for so many...
I consulted the manufacturer on this.
The only Australian machine that made it broke down in 2009 and the manufacturer did not replace it. Apparently the machine was too old and costly to bother repairing and low sales could not justify the cost of replacing a 30+ year old machine with a new one.
I don't use Cafergot myself, as it was a dismal failure for me in drug trials.
Other Cafergot users here (after GP prescription) have reported that any compounding Pharmacy can get it in and have capsules or injections made up. (I have not personally confirmed this).
I do know that compounding Pharmacies are thin on the ground, but usually one can be found servicing a wide area. In SA we have 5 or 6 compounding Pharmacies, servicing Central, North, South, East and Western suburbs.
A quick localised google search of the term "Compounding Pharmacy" on anyone's PC, smartphone, whatever, will show where they are.
I like the personal touch in dealing with Pharmacies, especially with the capacity for them to get it wrong. I would recommend CHers seeking any compounding work, to go direct to their local compounding Pharmacy in person.
Then they can obtain drug datasheets, one on one Pharmacist advice and supervision, also contraindications or drug interactions are often picked up at point of sale.
Seeking drugs online bypasses a lot of safety mechanisms, like a simple question from your Pharmacist.
This is so important, especially for those who may be taking MAOI's, Triptans, or other ergot-alkaloids like Methysergide (Deseril), or Dihydroergotamine (DHE) nasal spray for CH.
Specialists can sometimes prescribe drugs that need compounding work, that can be dispensed "in-house" at the pharmacy of a major hospital.
Thanks for the tip, Sam.
Many CHers appreciate any leads they can get on their medication of choice.
Cheers, Ben.
