Zerograin 10 Tablet
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Product introduction
Zerograin 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.
Zerograin 10 Tablet helps prevent migraine attacks
Zerograin 10 Tablet helps prevent migraine attacks
Uses of Zerograin Tablet
Benefits of Zerograin Tablet
In Prevention of Migraine
Zerograin 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 Zerograin 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 Zerograin
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Muscle pain
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Runny nose
- Increased appetite
- Depression
- Stomach discomfort
- Breast pain
How to use Zerograin 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. Zerograin 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Zerograin 10 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zerograin 10 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zerograin 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Zerograin 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
Zerograin 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zerograin 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
Zerograin 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zerograin 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Zerograin 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 Zerograin 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 Zerograin 10 Tablet
Once A Day
85%
Twice A Day
12%
Alternate Day
1%
Thrice A Day
1%
What are you using Zerograin Tablet for?
Migraine head*
95%
Others
5%
*Migraine headaches
How much was the improvement?
Average
44%
Excellent
32%
Poor
24%
What were the side-effects while using Zerograin 10 Tablet?
Fatigue
36%
Weight gain
18%
Sleepiness
18%
Muscle pain
18%
No Side Effec*
9%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Zerograin Tablet?
With food
75%
With or witho*
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Zerograin 10 Tablet on price
Average
73%
Expensive
13%
Not Expensive
13%
FAQs
Is Zerograin 10 Tablet safe?
Zerograin 10 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
What is Zerograin 10 Tablet used for?
Zerograin 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.
Does Zerograin 10 Tablet cause weight gain?
Zerograin 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 Zerograin 10 Tablet.
Does Zerograin 10 Tablet work?
Zerograin 10 Tablet works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
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Name: Mankind Pharma Ltd
Address: 208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
Country of origin: India
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