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Actigrain 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Actigrain is used -
Mild
Is the use of Actigrain safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Actigrain during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Actigrain safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Actigrain in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Actigrain on the Kidneys?
Actigrain may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Actigrain on the Liver?
Actigrain may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Actigrain on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Actigrain. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Actigrain 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 Actigrain unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Actigrain habit forming or addictive?
Actigrain does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Actigrain you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Actigrain is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Actigrain in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Actigrain
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Actigrain and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Actigrain
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Actigrain with alcohol will be.
Yes, Actigrain may cause depression. The exact cause of depression is not known. However, if you experiencing sleeplessness, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Actigrain 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.
Actigrain 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. Actigrain 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.
Very rarely, Actigrain 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.
Yes, Actigrain 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