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Rizgrain is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Migraine.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rizgrain. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Rizgrain have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Rizgrain normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rizgrain is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Rizgrain related warnings talks about Rizgrain's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Rizgrain is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Rizgrain contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Rizgrain with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rizgrain is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Rizgrain 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 Rizgrain safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Rizgrain for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Rizgrain safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Rizgrain for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Rizgrain on the Kidneys?
Rizgrain rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rizgrain on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Rizgrain on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Rizgrain on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Rizgrain. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Rizgrain 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 Rizgrain unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rizgrain habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rizgrain has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rizgrain, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rizgrain can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Rizgrain only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rizgrain cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rizgrain
There is no information on the effects of taking Rizgrain with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rizgrain
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rizgrain.
Yes, Rizgrain is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as increased appetite, drowsiness, and stomach pain. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Very rarely, Rizgrain 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, Rizgrain is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.
No, Rizgrain 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.
Usually Rizgrain is given for short-term treatment up to 2-6 months which may vary from case to case basis. You are advised to take Rizgrain 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
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180