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Vasorin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Migraine.
The right dosage of Vasorin 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vasorin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vasorin 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vasorin is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Vasorin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Vasorin related warnings section.
Vasorin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vasorin in conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease. The section on Vasorin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Vasorin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vasorin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Vasorin 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 Vasorin safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Vasorin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Vasorin safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Vasorin for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Vasorin on the Kidneys?
Vasorin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vasorin on the Liver?
Vasorin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Vasorin on the Heart?
Vasorin 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.
Vasorin 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 Vasorin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vasorin habit forming or addictive?
Vasorin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Vasorin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Vasorin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vasorin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Vasorin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Vasorin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vasorin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Vasorin.
Yes, Vasorin 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.
Vasorin 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. Vasorin 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.
Vasorin 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.
Yes, you can take Vasorin for symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system. Vasorin 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.
No, Vasorin is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180
