Zinepra: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zinepra Information

Zinepra is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Migraine.

The correct dosage of Zinepra depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zinepra can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zinepra are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Zinepra's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zinepra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Zinepra can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zinepra in conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zinepra are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zinepra is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Zinepra Benefits & Uses

Zinepra is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)

Zinepra 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

Zinepra Side Effects

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

Mild

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

Zinepra Related Warnings

Is the use of Zinepra safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Zinepra safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Zinepra on the Kidneys?

Zinepra rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zinepra on the Liver?

Side effects of Zinepra rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zinepra on the Heart?

Zinepra 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 Zinepra with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Phenytoin

Valproic Acid

Carbamazepine

Zinepra Contraindications

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

Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Heart Failure

Frequently asked Questions about Zinepra

Is this Zinepra habit forming or addictive?

Zinepra is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zinepra as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zinepra should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Zinepra is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zinepra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zinepra

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zinepra, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zinepra

Information about the interaction of Zinepra and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zinepra

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Zinepra on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Zinepra 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 Zinepra for vertigo?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Zinepra cause weight gain?

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

Yes, Zinepra 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zinepra a steroid?

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

No, Zinepra 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 Zinepra?

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

Zinepra 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.