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Mgr 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Migraine are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Mgr 5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mgr 5 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Mgr 5 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Mgr 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mgr 5 Tablet related warnings section.
Mgr 5 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mgr 5 Tablet in conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease. The section on Mgr 5 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Mgr 5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mgr 5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Mgr 5 Tablet 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 5 Tablet is used -
Mild
Is the use of Mgr 5 Tablet 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 5 Tablet 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 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Mgr has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mgr 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Mgr is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mgr 5 Tablet 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mgr 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mgr 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mgr 5 Tablet.
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 5 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mgr 5 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mgr 5 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mgr 5 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Mgr 5 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mgr 5 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mgr 5 Tablet 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.
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