Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6
About Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6
Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 belongs to a group of anti-vertigo drugs used to treat the symptoms of vertigo, such as dizziness, spinning sensation, nausea, and vomiting. Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 can help you to carry out daily activities that are difficult when you have vertigo. Vertigo is a sudden external or internal spinning sensation that causes dizziness. It creates a false sense that you or your surroundings are moving or spinning.
Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 is a combination medication that contains Cinnarizine, Dimenhydrinate, and Pyridoxine. Cinnarizine, a calcium antagonist, improves blood flow to the ear by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels, while dimenhydrinate, an antihistamine, blocks the action of histamine, a chemical messenger that can cause balance problems. Additionally, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) supports the nervous system, regulating balance, coordination, and nerve function. Together, these ingredients work to reduce the symptoms of vertigo, improving balance.
Take Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 exactly as advised by your doctor. Sometimes, it may cause certain common side effects, such as drowsiness, dry mouth, stomach pain, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not take Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 if you are allergic to Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 or any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6. Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so drive only if alert. Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6, as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Inform your doctor about all your medicines and health conditions to rule out unpleasant side effects.
Uses of Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6
• Vertigo Management: Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 helps to manage vertigo-related dizziness and balance issues, reducing spinning sensations and improving stability.
• Motion Sickness Relief: Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 offers effective relief from motion sickness symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and dizziness, making travel by car, bus, train, or sea more comfortable.
• Nausea and Vomiting Relief: Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 provides fast relief from nausea and vomiting, improving overall comfort and reducing the risk of dehydration.
Medicinal Benefits
Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 contains Cinnarizine, Dimenhydrinate, and Pyridoxine provide various medicinal benefits. Cinnarizine treats vertigo, dizziness, and balance problems by improving blood flow to the brain and inner ear while also relieving symptoms of motion sickness and migraines. Dimenhydrinate prevents and treats motion sickness, vertigo, and inner ear problems, and also helps manage nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy. Pyridoxine, or vitamin B6, supports brain function, nerve health, and the immune system while also regulating blood sugar levels, supporting heart health, and relieving symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Together, these medications provide comprehensive relief from various health issues.
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Side Effects of Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6
- Drowsiness
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Dry mouth
Drug Warnings
Do not take Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 if you are allergic to Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 or any of its components. Please inform your doctor before taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 if you have/had angle-closure glaucoma, epilepsy, increased pressure in the brain due to a tumor, urination difficulties due to prostate problems, liver or kidney failure, and alcohol abuse. Inform your doctor if you have low or high blood pressure, obstruction in the bowels, overactive thyroid, severe heart disease, or Parkinson's disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so drive only if you are alert. Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6, as it could lead to increased drowsiness.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may interact with narcotic analgesics (morphine), anticholinergic (atropine), adrenergic receptor agonists (ephedrine), anticancer (procarbazine), barbiturates, antidepressants, and antihypertensive drugs.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions were found or established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have angle-closure glaucoma, epilepsy/fits, increased pressure in the brain due to a tumor, urination difficulties due to prostate problems, liver or kidney failure, low or high blood pressure, glaucoma, obstruction in the bowels, overactive thyroid, severe heart disease, or Parkinson disease.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6, as it may cause increased drowsiness.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor before taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionCinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may pass into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6; your doctor will decide whether Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionCinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Liver
unsafeCinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 should not be taken by patients suffering from liver failure. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionCinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 should not be taken by patients suffering from kidney failure. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
unsafeCinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 is not recommended for children below 18 years, as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Replace regular salt with low-sodium salt, as sodium may aggravate vertigo.
- Avoid foods rich in sodium, such as soy sauce, chips, popcorn, cheese, canned foods, and pickles.
- Avoid fluids containing large amounts of sugar and salt, such as soda or concentrated juices. Instead, drink water, milk, and low-sugar fruit juices.
- Limit salt and sugar intake.
- Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly, as it helps improve overall health and boosts self-esteem.
- Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.
- Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.
- Avoid smoking, alcohol, and caffeinated drinks.
- Learn relaxation skills as they help in reducing stress.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Vertigo: Vertigo is a sudden external or internal spinning sensation that causes dizziness. It creates a false sense that you or your surroundings are moving or spinning. Vertigo is not the same as light-headedness, but it might feel similar to motion sickness. Vertigo occurs due to problems in the brain or inner ear. The main causes of vertigo are migraine, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, infection, head injury, bleeding in the brain, stroke, tumor, or Meniere’s disease. The vertigo symptoms include increased sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, loss of balance, and feeling that things are spinning or moving.
FAQs
Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 is used to treat the symptoms of vertigo, such as dizziness, spinning sensation, nausea, and vomiting.
Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 contains Cinnarizine, Dimenhydrinate, and Pyridoxine. Cinnarizine, a calcium antagonist, improves blood flow to the ear by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels, while dimenhydrinate, an antihistamine, blocks the action of histamine, a chemical messenger that can cause balance problems. Additionally, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) supports the nervous system, regulating balance, coordination, and nerve function. Together, these ingredients work to reduce the symptoms of vertigo, improving balance.
Dry mouth could be a side effect of Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Talk to your doctor before taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 with antihypertensive medicines, as Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 might lower their effect. Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels is advised while taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6.
Please do not stop taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 on your own, as it might cause recurring symptoms. Continue taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6.
Yes, Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may cause drowsiness. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience drowsiness.
Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may cause indigestion. Taking Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 with or after food may help prevent indigestion. Eat smaller meal portions instead of larger meals. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and foods that may trigger indigestion.
Taking too much of this medicine may lead to an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include extreme tiredness, dizziness, shakiness, dry mouth, headache, fever, sweat, fast heart rate, dilated pupils, or urinary retention. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
Store Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
The common side effects of Cinnarizine+dimenhydrinate+vitamin B6 may include drowsiness, dry mouth, stomach pain, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
