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Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Migraine are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease must refrain from the use of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet 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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Is the use of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Grenil F in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Grenil F for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Grenil F may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Grenil F has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Grenil F may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Grenil F 5 Mg Tablet.
Usually Grenil F is given for short-term treatment up to 2-6 months which may vary from case to case basis. You are advised to take Grenil F 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.
Yes, Grenil F may cause weight gain in few cases. It is presumed that weight gain occurs because of increased food intake caused by increased appetite due to a sedentary lifestyle (low physical activity). Hence you are advised to do brisk walking daily to keep yourself active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Yes, Grenil F may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. However, f you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
Yes, Grenil F may cause depression. The exact cause of depression is not known. However, if you experiencing sleeplessness, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Grenil F contains flunarizine which works through preventing the narrowing of blood vessels due to calcium overload caused by the excessive influx of calcium. The narrowing of blood vessels is considered as a possible cause for migraine and its prevention helps in reducing the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. Grenil F also blocks the release of a chemical messenger (histamine) due to its antihistaminic properties which are presumed to contribute in providing relief to the patient from symptoms of vestibular vertigo.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180