Pizotifen Benefits & Uses

Pizotifen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Migraine

Pizotifen Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Headache Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Headache Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Headache Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Headache Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pizotifen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pizotifen is used -

Mild

Weight gain
Nausea or vomiting

Common

Sleepiness
Fatigue
Dry Mouth
Increased appetite
Dizziness

Pizotifen Related Warnings

Is the use of Pizotifen safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Pizotifen for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Pizotifen safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pizotifen. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pizotifen immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pizotifen again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pizotifen on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pizotifen. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pizotifen on the Liver?

Pizotifen may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pizotifen on the Heart?

Pizotifen has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pizotifen with Other Drugs

Pizotifen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Pizotifen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pizotifen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Drug Allergy
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Pizotifen

Is this Pizotifen habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pizotifen is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pizotifen as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Pizotifen only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pizotifen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pizotifen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pizotifen

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Pizotifen together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pizotifen

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pizotifen with alcohol will be.

Unknown