Migranex 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Migraine are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Migranex 10 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Migranex 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Migranex 10 Tablet 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.
Migranex 10 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Migranex 10 Tablet related warnings talks about Migranex 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Migranex 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Migranex 10 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Migranex 10 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Migranex 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Migranex 10 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Migranex 10 Tablet is used -
Mild
Is the use of Migranex 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Migranex will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Migranex 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Migranex in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Migranex 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Migranex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Migranex 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Migranex may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Migranex 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Migranex may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Migranex 10 Tablet 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 Migranex 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Migranex 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Migranex 10 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Migranex 10 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Migranex 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Migranex 10 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Migranex 10 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Migranex 10 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Migranex 10 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Migranex 10 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Migranex may cause constipation. The exact cause behind constipation is unknown. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Yes, you can take Migranex for symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system. Migranex 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, Migranex 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.
Migranex 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.
Very rarely, Migranex causes hair loss (alopecia). Animal studies have shown that flunarizine can cause loss of hair. Hence its possibility in humans cannot be denied. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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