Uses / indications

• Flunarizine 10 mg Tablet is used for:
• Stop migraines from happening
• Take care of vertigo, such as Meniere's disease
• Help with motion sickness
• Control balance problems caused by issues with the inner ear
• Make headaches less often and less bad.

 How to Use

• Take with water by mouth
• Usually taken once a day, at night
• The usual dose is 10 milligrams before bed or as directed.
• You can take it with or without food.
• Take as directed for the full length of time; it may take a few weeks to see complete results.

 How It Works

• Flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker that also works as an antihistamine.
• Decreases the amount of calcium that enters cells, which helps keep neuron and blood vessel activity stable in the brain.
• Lessens neuronal hyperexcitability that causes headaches or vertigo
• It also has a moderate calming effect that might help with motion sickness.

 Side Effects

• Tiredness or drowsiness
• Putting on weight
• A little bit of depression
• Upset stomach (nausea, constipation)
• Mouth that is dry
• Side Effects That Are Rare but Serious:
• Extrapyramidal symptoms (tremors, stiffness)
• Very bad depression or thoughts of killing yourself
• Swelling or allergic responses
• If you have severe symptoms, get medical help right away.

Pregnancy Interaction

• Not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely required.
• There isn't a lot of information about how safe it is for pregnant women.
• If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk to your doctor.

Medicine Interaction

• Flunarizine might have an effect on:
• Sleeping medications or sedatives (make you more sleepy)
• Antidepressants (higher chance of sedation or depression)
• Anti-Parkinson's medicines (may make mobility problems worse)
• Alcohol (makes sedatives work better)
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines and supplements you use.

Expert Advice

• Take at night because it makes you sleepy.
• Don't drive or use machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Keep an eye on changes in mood and tell someone if you are depressed or have thoughts of killing yourself.
• Eat well and work out to keep from gaining weight.
• Regular follow-up for long-term use

Faq For Medicine

Q1. Is Flunarizine effective for acute migraine attacks?
No, it is mostly used to stop things from happening, not to treat them right away.

Q2: Can it make me tired?
Yes, it's usual to feel sleepy. Take it at night.

Q3: Is it safe for kids?
Only use in kids if a doctor says to; safety and dosage are different.

Q4. Does it make you gain weight?
Yes, some people may gain weight if they use it for a long time.

Q5: Is it safe to use during pregnancy?
Generally not used; only used when advantages outweigh hazards.