Manufacturer: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Flunarizine(5mg)
Strip of 10 Capsule
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Nomigrain 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include muscle pain, fatigue, constipation, nausea, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and runny nose. Some other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine are increased appetite, depression, stomach discomfort, and breast pain. It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you.
It may also cause weight gain and to prevent it you can eat a healthy balanced diet and should exercise regularly. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Flunarizine is a selective calcium entry blocker with calmodulin binding properties and histamine H1 blocking activity. Flunarizine inhibits the influx of extracellular calcium through myocardial and vascular membrane pores by physically plugging the channel.
Pharmacokinetics. Flunarizine is well absorbed (>80%) from the gut and reaches maximal blood plasma concentrations after two to four hours, with more than 99% of the substance bound to plasma proteins. It readily passes the blood–brain barrier. When given daily, a steady state is reached after five to eight weeks.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Nomigrain
Sleepiness
Weight gain
Muscle pain
Fatigue
Constipation
Nausea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Runny nose
Increased appetite
Depression
Stomach discomfort
Breast pain
Contraindications. Flunarizine is contraindicated in patients with depression, in the acute phase of a stroke, and in patients with extrapyramidal symptoms or Parkinson's disease. It is also contraindicated in hypotension, heart failure and arrhythmia.
Information regarding the use of Nomigrain 5mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Nomigrain 5mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Information regarding the use of Nomigrain 5mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Flunarizine has been used in medical practice for over 25 years. It was initially introduced as a medicine to improve blood flow and is a medicine known as a calcium channel blocker. It has been mainly used in the treatment of dizziness, vertigo and prevention of migraine.
The following are known to interact with flunarizine.
sedatives.
anti-anxiety medicines.
muscle relaxants.
tranquilisers.
anti-seizure medicines.
Nomigrain 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Nomigrain 5mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Nomigrain 5mg Capsule for the prevention of migraine headaches.
Do not take it to treat an acute attack of migraine.
Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
Have your meals at the same time every day
Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
Avoid loud music and noisy places
Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress
It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Nomigrain 5mg Capsule affects you.
Notify your doctor if you develop skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal uncontrolled movement.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Nomigrain 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Is Nomigrain 5mg Capsule safe?
Nomigrain 5mg Capsule is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
Q. What is Nomigrain 5mg Capsule used for?
Nomigrain 5mg Capsule is a calcium channel blocker and is used to prevent migraine attacks. Migraine is a recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head and is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.
Q. Does Nomigrain 5mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Nomigrain 5mg Capsule can cause weight gain. It is caused by an increase in appetite (feeling hungry) and can be avoided by keeping to your usual diet. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Nomigrain 5mg Capsule.
Q. Does Nomigrain 5mg Capsule work?
Nomigrain 5mg Capsule works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
