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Mgr is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Migraine.
The correct dosage of Mgr depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mgr can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Mgr normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Mgr has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mgr has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mgr related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease must refrain from the use of Mgr since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mgr have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Mgr may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Mgr is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mgr 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 Mgr is used -
Mild
Is the use of Mgr safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Mgr in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Mgr safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Mgr on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Mgr will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Mgr on the Kidneys?
Mgr has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mgr on the Liver?
Mgr is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mgr on the Heart?
Mgr may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Mgr 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 Mgr unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mgr habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mgr.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Mgr can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mgr only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mgr is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mgr
There is no information on the effects of taking Mgr with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mgr
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mgr with alcohol.
Very rarely, Mgr 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.
Mgr 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.
Yes, Mgr 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, Mgr 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.
Mgr 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. Mgr 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience