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Migrazine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Migraine.
The correct dosage of Migrazine 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Migrazine as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Migrazine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Migrazine's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Migrazine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Migrazine related warnings section.
Migrazine 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 Migrazine contraindications section.
Additionally, Migrazine may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Migrazine is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Migrazine 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 Migrazine safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Migrazine during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Migrazine safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Migrazine in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Migrazine on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Migrazine on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Migrazine on the Liver?
Side effects of Migrazine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Migrazine on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Migrazine. 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.
Migrazine 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 Migrazine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Migrazine habit forming or addictive?
Migrazine does not cause addiction.
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 Migrazine can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Migrazine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Migrazine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Migrazine
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Migrazine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Migrazine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Migrazine with alcohol will be.
Yes, Migrazine may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. However, f you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
Migrazine 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.
No, Migrazine is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.
No, Migrazine 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.
Migrazine 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. Migrazine 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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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180
