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Flunatod is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Migraine.
The optimal dosage of Flunatod is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Flunatod side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flunatod are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Flunatod's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Flunatod related warnings talks about Flunatod's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease must refrain from the use of Flunatod since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flunatod are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Flunatod may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Flunatod, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Flunatod 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 Flunatod safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Flunatod will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Flunatod safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Flunatod for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Flunatod on the Kidneys?
Flunatod has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flunatod on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Flunatod on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Flunatod on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Flunatod. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Flunatod 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 Flunatod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flunatod habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Flunatod is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flunatod, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Flunatod can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Flunatod only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Flunatod is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flunatod
There is no information on the effects of taking Flunatod with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flunatod
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Flunatod.
No, Flunatod 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.
Flunatod 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. Flunatod 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.
Yes, Flunatod 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.
No, Flunatod is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.
Yes, Flunatod 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.
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