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Fluzine, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Migraine.
The correct dosage of Fluzine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Fluzine side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Fluzine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fluzine is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fluzine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fluzine related warnings section.
Fluzine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fluzine in conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fluzine contraindications section.
Additionally, Fluzine may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fluzine is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Fluzine 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 Fluzine safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Fluzine on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Fluzine safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Fluzine in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Fluzine is unavailable.
What is the effect of Fluzine on the Kidneys?
Fluzine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluzine on the Liver?
Fluzine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fluzine on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Fluzine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Fluzine 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 Fluzine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluzine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Fluzine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fluzine as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Fluzine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fluzine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluzine
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Fluzine together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluzine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fluzine with alcohol will be.
Fluzine 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. Fluzine 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.
No, Fluzine 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.
Yes, Fluzine 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.
Fluzine can be taken 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, glaucoma, and epilepsy. You should strictly take this drug only on doctor advice.
Fluzine is a brand name of flunarizine and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonist. It is mainly used for the preventive (prophylactic) and treatment of migraine attacks in patients who do not respond to other drugs that are primarily used to treat a migraine. It is also used in the symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system.
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