Grenil F 10 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Grenil F Information

Grenil F, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Migraine.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Grenil F. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Grenil F have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Grenil F are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Grenil F's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Grenil F's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Grenil F related warnings section.

Grenil F is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Grenil F contraindications section.

Besides this, Grenil F may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Grenil F Benefits & Uses

Grenil F is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)

Grenil F 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

Grenil F Side Effects

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

Mild

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

Grenil F Related Warnings

Is the use of Grenil F safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Grenil F during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Grenil F safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Grenil F on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Grenil F will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Grenil F on the Kidneys?

Grenil F has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Grenil F on the Liver?

Grenil F is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Grenil F on the Heart?

Grenil F can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Grenil F with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Phenytoin

Valproic Acid

Carbamazepine

Grenil F Contraindications

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

Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Heart Failure

Frequently asked Questions about Grenil F

Is this Grenil F habit forming or addictive?

Grenil F is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Grenil F only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Grenil F for mental disorders.

No

Grenil F Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Grenil F

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Grenil F with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Grenil F

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Grenil F

Question over 5 years ago

Is Grenil F a steroid?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Grenil F is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Grenil F?

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

Grenil F 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Grenil F cause depression?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Grenil F 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Grenil F on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Grenil F 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Grenil F for vertigo?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Grenil F for symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system. Grenil F 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.