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Vasotense is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Migraine.
The optimal dosage of Vasotense is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vasotense as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vasotense 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.
In addition, Vasotense's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Vasotense related warnings talks about Vasotense's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Vasotense is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vasotense are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Vasotense may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Vasotense is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Vasotense 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 Vasotense safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Vasotense will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Vasotense safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Vasotense in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Vasotense is unavailable.
What is the effect of Vasotense on the Kidneys?
Vasotense rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vasotense on the Liver?
Vasotense may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Vasotense on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Vasotense. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Vasotense 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 Vasotense unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vasotense habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Vasotense has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Vasotense as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vasotense is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Vasotense in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Vasotense
There is no information on the effects of taking Vasotense with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vasotense
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vasotense and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Vasotense 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.
Yes, Vasotense 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.
Usually Vasotense is given for short-term treatment up to 2-6 months which may vary from case to case basis. You are advised to take Vasotense as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this medicine beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
Very rarely, Vasotense 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.
No, Vasotense is not a steroid. It contains flunarizine which belongs to the class of drug known as selective calcium antagonists.
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