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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 is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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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.
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.
What is the effect of Flunipar on the Kidneys?
Flunipar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flunipar on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Flunipar on the liver have been reported.
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.
Flunipar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flunipar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flunipar habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flunipar.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Flunipar only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Flunipar is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flunipar
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Flunipar and food will interact.
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.
No, Flunipar should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Flunipar contains flunarizine which works through preventing the narrowing of blood vessels due to calcium overload caused by the excessive influx of calcium. The narrowing of blood vessels is considered as a possible cause for migraine and its prevention helps in reducing the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. Flunipar also blocks the release of a chemical messenger (histamine) due to its antihistaminic properties which are presumed to contribute in providing relief to the patient from symptoms of vestibular vertigo.
Flunipar can be taken 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, glaucoma, and epilepsy. You should strictly take this drug only on doctor advice.
Very rarely, Flunipar 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.
Usually Flunipar is given for short-term treatment up to 2-6 months which may vary from case to case basis. You are advised to take Flunipar as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this medicine beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180
