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Migranex 5 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Migraine are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Migranex 5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Migranex 5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Migranex 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Migranex 5 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Migranex 5 Tablet related warnings talks about Migranex 5 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 Migranex 5 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Migranex 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Migranex 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Migranex 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Migranex 5 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 Migranex 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Migranex will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Migranex 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Migranex in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Migranex 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Migranex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Migranex 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Migranex may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Migranex 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Migranex may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Migranex 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Migranex 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Migranex 5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Migranex 5 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Migranex 5 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Migranex 5 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Migranex 5 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Migranex 5 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Migranex 5 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Migranex 5 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Migranex is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Migranex 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.
Migranex 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.
Migranex 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.
No, Migranex should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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