Flunarin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Migraine.
The right dosage of Flunarin 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flunarin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Flunarin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Flunarin's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flunarin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flunarin related warnings section.
Flunarin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flunarin contraindications section.
Besides this, Flunarin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Flunarin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flunarin 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 Flunarin safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Flunarin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Flunarin safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Flunarin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Flunarin is unavailable.
What is the effect of Flunarin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Flunarin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Flunarin on the Liver?
Side effects of Flunarin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Flunarin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Flunarin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Flunarin 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 Flunarin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flunarin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flunarin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flunarin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Flunarin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Flunarin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Flunarin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Flunarin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flunarin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Flunarin with alcohol.
Yes, you can take Flunarin for symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system. Flunarin 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.
Yes, Flunarin 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.
Yes, Flunarin 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, Flunarin 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.
No, Flunarin is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180
