| Information for
patients
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| Drug Information |
Flunarizine is used to prevent migraine headaches with or without aura (warning signs that occur before the headache begins). This medication should not be used for treatment of acute migraine headaches (headaches that have already started).
Flunarizine helps to reduce the frequency of migraine attacks and, to a lesser extent, the severity of the attacks. Flunarizine does not appear to have an effect on how long attacks last. The effect of flunarizine may not be seen for several weeks. Do not stop taking the medication due to lack of effect within the first six to eight weeks. |
| Drug Alert |
| Alert |
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication. |
| Before Consuming
the Medicine
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| Avoid Drug |
an allergy to flunarizine or to any of the ingredients of the medication
a history of depression
a history of involuntary movement disorders (extrapyramidal symptoms) |
| Drug Special Care |
Depression: If you experience depression (such as depressed thoughts or mood, lack of interest in normal activities, sleep changes, or extreme fatigue), contact your doctor or health care professional immediately.
Drowsiness/reduced alertness: Do not operate vehicles or equipment until you know how flunarizine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol, since it can add to the potential drowsiness caused by flunarizine.
Liver problems: Tell your doctor if you have ever had any liver problems.
Pregnancy: There is little information concerning the use of this medication during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Breast-feeding: Flunarizine passes into breast milk. It should not be used by nursing women.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of this medication has not been established for use by children less than 18 years old.
Seniors: The effectiveness of this medication for use by seniors has not been established. |
| Drug Drug Interactions |
There may be an interaction between flunarizine and any of the following:
alcohol
anticonvulsants
tranquilizers
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
stop taking one of the medications,
change one of the medications to another,
change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
leave everything as is.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with this medication. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them. |
| Drug Pregnancy Interaction |
There is little information concerning the use of this medication during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. |
| Drug Breast feeding Interaction |
Flunarizine passes into breast milk. It should not be used by nursing women. |
| Drug Machinery Interaction |
no data available |
| Drug More Information |
no data available |
| How to take the
Medicine
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| Consumption Info |
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it. |
| Drug quanitty |
The recommended adult dose of flunarizine is 10 mg daily |
| Drug Dose |
The recommended adult dose of flunarizine is 10 mg daily taken in the evening with or without food. Those who have side effects may find 5 mg daily in the evening to be effective. |
| Excess Drug Consumption |
Contact the emergency immedieatly |
| Forgot Drug Consumption |
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice |
| Stop Drug Consumption |
Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. |
| Possible Side
Effects
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| General Information |
bleeding, tender, or swollen gums
breathing difficulty, coughing, or wheezing
chest pain (may appear about 30 minutes after medication is taken)
depression
face appearing "mask-like"
fainting
irregular or fast, pounding heartbeat
loss of balance control
shuffling walk
skin rash
stiffness of the arms or legs
swelling of the ankles, feet, or lower legs
trembling and shaking of the hands and fingers
trouble speaking or swallowing
unusual secretion of breast milk |
| Common Drug Side Effects |
drowsiness
constipation
diarrhea
dizziness or lightheadedness
dryness of the mouth
flushing and feeling of warmth
headache
increased appetite or weight gain
nausea
unusual tiredness or weakness |
| Rare Drug Side Effects |
no data available |
| Very Rare Drug Side Effects |
no data available |
| Drug Side Effects Symptoms |
no data available |
| How to Store the
Medicine
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| How to Store the Medicine |
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired. |
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