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Migravas 10 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Migraine.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Migravas 10 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Migravas 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Migravas 10 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Migravas 10 Tablet is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Migravas 10 Tablet related warnings talks about Migravas 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Parkinson's Disease must refrain from the use of Migravas 10 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Migravas 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Migravas 10 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Migravas 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Migravas 10 Tablet 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 10 Tablet 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 10 Tablet 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 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Migravas has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Migravas 10 Tablet 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 10 Tablet 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Migravas 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Migravas 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Migravas 10 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Migravas 10 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Migravas 10 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Migravas 10 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Migravas 10 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Migravas 10 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Migravas 10 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Migravas 10 Tablet 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.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 180