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Flunaris is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Flunaris depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Flunaris 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 Flunaris is used -
Mild
Is the use of Flunaris safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Flunaris on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Flunaris safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Flunaris in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Flunaris is unavailable.
What is the effect of Flunaris on the Kidneys?
Flunaris has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flunaris on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Flunaris on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Flunaris on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Flunaris. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Flunaris 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 Flunaris unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flunaris habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Flunaris is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flunaris you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Flunaris should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Flunaris in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Flunaris
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Flunaris together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flunaris
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Flunaris with alcohol.
Very rarely, Flunaris 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.
No, Flunaris is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Flunaris should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Flunaris is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.
Usually Flunaris is given for short-term treatment up to 2-6 months which may vary from case to case basis. You are advised to take Flunaris as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this medicine beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180
