Sufi: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Sufi Information

Sufi is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Motion Sickness. Sufi also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Sufi depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Sufi include Drowsiness, Nausea or vomiting, Weight gain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sufi as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Sufi 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.

It is also important to note that Sufi has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Sufi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sufi contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Sufi have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Sufi is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Sufi Benefits & Uses
Sufi Dosage & How to Take
Sufi Side Effects
Sufi Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Sufi with Other Drugs
Sufi Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Sufi
Sufi Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Sufi Benefits & Uses

Sufi is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Motion Sickness

Other Benefits

Sufi 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: Motion Sickness Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: take dose 2 hour before beginning the journey
Geriatric	Disease: Motion Sickness Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: take dose 2 hour before beginning the journey
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Motion Sickness Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: take dose 2 hour before beginning the journey

Sufi Related Warnings

Is the use of Sufi safe for pregnant women?

Sufi can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Sufi, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Sufi safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Sufi. Immediately discontinue Sufi if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sufi on the Kidneys?

Sufi rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sufi on the Liver?

Sufi is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Sufi on the Heart?

You can take Sufi without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Sufi with Other Drugs

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

Sufi Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Sufi

Is this Sufi habit forming or addictive?

Sufi is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Sufi. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Sufi should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Sufi for mental disorders.

No

Sufi Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sufi

Taking Sufi with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sufi

Consumption of alcohol and Sufi together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Sufi

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Sufi?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Sufi as advised by your doctor. Sufi has to be taken after meals for better outcomes because the presence of food promotes the absorption of this drug from the stomach.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Sufi lower blood pressure?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sufi can lower the blood pressure because it has calcium channel blocking properties and muscarinic effects which lowers the blood pressure. Precaution must be taken in hypotensive (low blood pressure) patient while taking medicine. During the treatment with Sufi, blood pressure must monitored.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Sufi?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Take Sufi as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed duration as advice doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Sufi cause weight gain?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sufi can cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug and exact of weight gain is unknown. You are recommended to adopt a healthy lifestyle which includes a balanced diet along with 30 minutes of physical workout. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this medicine do inform your doctor right away.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Sufi work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Sufi contains cinnarizine. It exerts its anti-emetic effect by binding to and blocking the muscarinic and histamine receptors in the vomiting center of the central nervous system (CNS). This blocks the activation of the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) which prevents as well as reduces nausea and vomiting. It also has calcium channel blocking properties.