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Fanalujin Capsule is often prescribed by doctors and pharmacists in the prevention of headaches or vestibular disorders and some other diseases. So how should Fanalujin be used and what dosage?
1. Ingredients and uses of Fanalujin Capsule
Fanalujin Capsule has the main ingredient Flunarizin 5mg. The drug is prepared in the form of tablets, so it is easy to take and use.
Currently, the drug is sold a lot on the market and is indicated in the treatment of the following conditions:
Fanalujin Capsule medicine for prevention and treatment of migraine. The drug is effective in treating symptoms of vestibular disorders: dizziness, vertigo, tinnitus. Attention deficit, memory disturbance, agitation and sleep disturbance. Muscle spasticity when walking or lying down, paresthesia, cold extremities. The drug is mainly used for adults and people over 65 years of age need to be very cautious.
2. Dosage of Flunarizine 5mg
Note that before using Flunarizine 5mg, patients should share with their doctor about their current health problems, all drugs you are taking, including supplements, prescription or non-prescription drugs. From there, the doctor will advise the user on the appropriate dosage and usage.
Initial dose: 10 mg once a day in the evening. People > 65 years old: 5 mg once a day. On maintenance use, it can be reduced to 5 mg/day.
3. Notes when using Flunarizine 5mg
3.1 Contraindications when using Flunarizin 5mg Drugs Contraindicated when using Flunarizin 5mg:
People with hypersensitivity to the drug components Flunarizin 5mg People with a history of depression should not use the drug People with a history of movement disorders Activity: extrapyramidal symptoms, Parkinson's disease. Not for use by people taking beta-blockers. 3.2 Possible side effects when taking the drug In terms of side effects, Flunarizine 5mg is quite benign. However, some cases such as: drug abuse, drug overdose, self-adjusting dose may occur some of the following side effects:
Mild drowsiness, weight gain, loss of appetite Potentially causing So the problem of depression especially in women The limbs can be restless, sad and tired So the best way to limit these side effects is to take the medicine very carefully as prescribed, if any What problems need to contact a doctor or pharmacist for advice, instead of handling it yourself at home.
3.3 Who should be careful when taking Flunarizine 5mg? Although it has a very good effect in treating the disease, the following people need to be very careful:
Elderly people, patients with low blood pressure and people with kidney failure Pregnant and breastfeeding women It's best not to take the drug. Although it is not possible to accurately assess the possible harms, to be safe, you should not use it unless directed by your doctor and pharmacist. When using the drug can cause drowsiness, somnolence, so people who drive or need high concentration during work should not use Flunarizine 5mg. 3.4 Missed dose and overdose what to do? Missed doses and overdoses are common occurrences during drug administration. If this happens regularly, it will not only affect the treatment process but also affect your health. Therefore, users should actively take the medicine at a time of day if necessary, so set an alarm to avoid forgetting.
Missed dose: When a missed dose is discovered, it is necessary to take the missed dose. If the time for the missed dose is quite far, from 2 hours or more, the patient should skip the missed dose and take the next dose as usual.
Overdose: Overdose is a rather dangerous case, when an overdose is detected, the patient should contact a doctor for advice on how to handle, and monitor health during this time regularly. If you have any strange reactions, go to the nearest medical facility immediately.
The above information has fully explained the use of Flunarizine 5mg. Before using, patients should carefully read the instructions for use and it is necessary to discuss with a specialist doctor to get appropriate advice.
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