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Migravas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Migraine are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Migravas. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Migravas can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Migravas 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.
Migravas's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Migravas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Migravas related warnings section.
Migravas 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. Other contraindications of Migravas have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Migravas with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Migravas is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Migravas 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 Migravas safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Migravas on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Migravas safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Migravas in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Migravas is unavailable.
What is the effect of Migravas on the Kidneys?
Migravas has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Migravas on the Liver?
Migravas may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Migravas on the Heart?
Migravas can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Migravas 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 Migravas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Migravas habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Migravas has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Migravas you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Migravas should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Migravas is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Migravas
There is no information on the effects of taking Migravas with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Migravas
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Migravas with alcohol will be.
Yes, Migravas 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, you can take Migravas for symptomatic treatment of vestibular vertigo which is caused by a functional disorder of the vestibular system. Migravas works by preventing the release of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is presumed to contribute to providing relief to the patient from symptoms of vestibular vertigo.
Yes, Migravas may cause constipation. The exact cause behind constipation is unknown. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Migravas 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.
Migravas 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. Migravas 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