Fluwin 10mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Fluwin 10mg 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.
Fluwin 10mg Tablet helps prevent migraine attacks
Fluwin 10mg Tablet helps prevent migraine attacks
Uses of Fluwin Tablet
Benefits of Fluwin Tablet
In Prevention of Migraine
Fluwin 10mg 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 Fluwin 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 Fluwin
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Muscle pain
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Runny nose
- Increased appetite
- Depression
- Stomach discomfort
- Breast pain
How to use Fluwin 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. Fluwin 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Fluwin 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Fluwin 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Fluwin 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Fluwin 10mg 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
Fluwin 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fluwin 10mg 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
Fluwin 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluwin 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Fluwin 10mg 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 Fluwin 10mg 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
FAQs
Is Fluwin 10mg Tablet safe?
Fluwin 10mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
What is Fluwin 10mg Tablet used for?
Fluwin 10mg 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.
Does Fluwin 10mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Fluwin 10mg 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 Fluwin 10mg Tablet.
Does Fluwin 10mg Tablet work?
Fluwin 10mg Tablet works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Name: Amwin Pharmaceuticals
Address: PLOT NO. M.B. 42, 2nd floor, Everst vihar, Brijlal Pura, JAIPUR, JAIPUR, Rajasthan - 141003, India
Country of origin: India
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