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Graton is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Migraine are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Graton depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Graton as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Graton normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Graton's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Graton has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Graton related warnings section.
Graton is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Graton have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Graton may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Graton is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Graton 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Graton is used -
Mild
Is the use of Graton safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Graton on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Graton safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Graton for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Graton on the Kidneys?
Graton rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Graton on the Liver?
Graton may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Graton on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Graton. 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.
Graton 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 Graton unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Graton habit forming or addictive?
Graton does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Graton. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Graton only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Graton is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Graton
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Graton with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Graton
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Graton with alcohol will be.
Usually Graton is given for short-term treatment up to 2-6 months which may vary from case to case basis. You are advised to take Graton 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.
Yes, Graton may cause weight gain in few cases. It is presumed that weight gain occurs because of increased food intake caused by increased appetite due to a sedentary lifestyle (low physical activity). Hence you are advised to do brisk walking daily to keep yourself active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Yes, Graton may cause depression. The exact cause of depression is not known. However, if you experiencing sleeplessness, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Very rarely, Graton 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.
No, Graton is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience