Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flunarest is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as increased appetite, drowsiness, and stomach pain. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Very rarely, Flunarest causes hair loss (alopecia). Animal studies have shown that flunarizine can cause loss of hair. Hence its possibility in humans cannot be denied. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flunarest may cause constipation. The exact cause behind constipation is unknown. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Flunarest is a brand name of flunarizine and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonist. It is mainly used for the preventive (prophylactic) and treatment of migraine attacks in patients who do not respond to other drugs that are primarily used to treat a migraine. It is also used in the symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system.

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Flunarest may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. However, f you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.