Flunipar 10 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flunipar Information

Flunipar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Migraine.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flunipar. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Flunipar have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Flunipar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Flunipar has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flunipar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flunipar related warnings section.

Flunipar can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Flunipar in conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease. The section on Flunipar contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Flunipar may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flunipar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Flunipar Benefits & Uses
Flunipar Dosage & How to Take
Flunipar Side Effects
Flunipar Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flunipar with Other Drugs
Flunipar Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flunipar
Flunipar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flunipar Benefits & Uses

Flunipar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)

Flunipar Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Flunipar Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flunipar is used -

Mild

Weight gain
Restlessness
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Stiffness or decreased movement

Flunipar Related Warnings

Is the use of Flunipar safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Flunipar for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Flunipar safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Flunipar in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Flunipar is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Flunipar on the Kidneys?

Flunipar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Flunipar on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Flunipar on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Flunipar on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Flunipar. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Flunipar with Other Drugs

Flunipar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenytoin

Valproic Acid

Carbamazepine

Flunipar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flunipar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Heart Failure

Frequently asked Questions about Flunipar

Is this Flunipar habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Flunipar.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flunipar. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Flunipar only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Flunipar is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Flunipar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flunipar

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Flunipar and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Flunipar

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flunipar with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flunipar

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Flunipar for vertigo?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Flunipar for symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system. Flunipar works by preventing the release of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is presumed to contribute to providing relief to the patient from symptoms of vestibular vertigo.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Flunipar safe to use?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flunipar 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Flunipar without consulting a doctor?

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

No, Flunipar is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Flunipar?

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

Flunipar 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Flunipar cause constipation?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flunipar 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.