Cinnarizine is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Motion Sickness. Cinnarizine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Cinnarizine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cinnarizine also has some side effects, the most common being Drowsiness, Nausea or vomiting, Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Cinnarizine side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cinnarizine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Cinnarizine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cinnarizine related warnings talks about Cinnarizine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Cinnarizine have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Cinnarizine with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cinnarizine is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cinnarizine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cinnarizine is used -
Common
Is the use of Cinnarizine safe for pregnant women?
Cinnarizine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cinnarizine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cinnarizine safe during breastfeeding?
Cinnarizine can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Cinnarizine on the Kidneys?
Cinnarizine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cinnarizine on the Liver?
Side effects of Cinnarizine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cinnarizine on the Heart?
Cinnarizine is not harmful for the heart.
Cinnarizine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cinnarizine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cinnarizine habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cinnarizine.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cinnarizine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cinnarizine can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cinnarizine only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cinnarizine in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cinnarizine
You can take Cinnarizine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cinnarizine
Consumption of alcohol and Cinnarizine together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Cinnarizine is not an antibiotic. It is a piperazine derivative which belongs to the class of drugs known as antihistamine. It is mainly used for vertigo, nausea, and vomiting associated with motion sickness.
Yes, Cinnarizine causes drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. You are recommended to not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.
Yes, Cinnarizine can lower the blood pressure because it has calcium channel blocking properties and muscarinic effects which lowers the blood pressure. Precaution must be taken in hypotensive (low blood pressure) patient while taking medicine. During the treatment with Cinnarizine, blood pressure must monitored.
Yes, Cinnarizine may cause stomach discomfort such as pain in the stomach (abdomen). It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive stomach discomfort after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Take Cinnarizine as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed duration as advice doctor.
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