Flunarin 10 Tablet
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Product introduction
Flunarin 10 Tablet is a medicine used for the prevention of migraines. However, it cannot treat an acute attack and will only work to prevent migraines for as long as you continue to take the medicine. This medicine relaxes the brain, preventing migraine headaches.
Flunarin 10 Tablet helps prevent migraine attacks
Flunarin 10 Tablet helps prevent migraine attacks
Uses of Flunarin Tablet
Benefits of Flunarin Tablet
In Prevention of Migraine
Flunarin 10 Tablet helps improve the flow of blood in your brain and prevents abnormal activity of muscles that triggers migraines. It is a very effective medicine for preventing migraine attacks, however, it does not treat an attack that has already started. By preventing and reducing the frequency migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
Side effects of Flunarin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Flunarin
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Muscle pain
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Runny nose
- Increased appetite
- Depression
- Stomach discomfort
- Breast pain
How to use Flunarin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flunarin 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Flunarin 10 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flunarin 10 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flunarin 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Flunarin 10 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flunarin 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Flunarin 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, consult your doctor if have severe kidney disease.
However, consult your doctor if have severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Flunarin 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flunarin 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Flunarin 10 Tablet for the prevention of migraine headaches.
- Do not take it to treat an acute attack of migraine.
- Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
- Have your meals at the same time every day
- Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
- Avoid loud music and noisy places
- Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
- Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress
- It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
- It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Flunarin 10 Tablet affects you.
- Notify your doctor if you develop skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal uncontrolled movement.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethanes Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Calcium channel blocker- migraine prevention
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Flunarin 10 Tablet
Once A Day
92%
Twice A Day
6%
Thrice A Day
1%
Alternate Day
1%
What are you using Flunarin Tablet for?
Migraine head*
84%
Others
16%
*Migraine headaches
How much was the improvement?
Average
51%
Poor
27%
Excellent
22%
What were the side-effects while using Flunarin 10 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
31%
Fatigue
15%
Weight gain
15%
Abdominal pai*
8%
Gastric pain
8%
*No Side Effect, Abdominal pain upper
How do you take Flunarin Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Flunarin 10 Tablet on price
Average
50%
Not Expensive
50%
FAQs
Q. Is Flunarin 10 Tablet safe?
Flunarin 10 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
Q. What is Flunarin 10 Tablet used for?
Flunarin 10 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker and is used to prevent migraine attacks. Migraine is a recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head and is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.
Q. Does Flunarin 10 Tablet cause weight gain?
Flunarin 10 Tablet can cause weight gain. It is caused by an increase in appetite (feeling hungry) and can be avoided by keeping to your usual diet. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Flunarin 10 Tablet.
Q. Does Flunarin 10 Tablet work?
Flunarin 10 Tablet works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
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Name: FDC Ltd
Address: FDC LIMITED, B-8, MIDC Area, Waluj - 431 136, Dist. Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Country of origin: India
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