What are the uses of Flunarizine?

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The use of flunarizine 5mg in the treatment of migraine is highly appreciated. However, not everyone understands the basic knowledge when using this drug. Let's learn the uses, uses and notes of flunarizine 5mg through the article below.

1. What is flunarizine 5mg?

Flunarizine 5mg is a calcium channel blocker. The drug is produced in the form of capsules containing flunarizine hydrochloride. Every 5mg of flunarizine is equivalent to 5.9mg of flunarizine hydrochloride.

2. Uses of flunarizine 5mg

Flunarizine (or Flunarizine 5mg, 10mg) is a calcium channel blocker, a difluoro derivative of piperazine, commonly used to prevent and relieve classic migraine attacks (with warning signs such as blurred vision). , glare...) or common migraine. In addition, the drug supports the treatment of dizziness caused by vestibular disorders.
Flunarizine has been shown to be effective in reducing the frequency and severity of migraine attacks.
Some other side effects of the drug that are not listed on the drug label have been prescribed by the doctor. You should only use this medicine to treat certain conditions if prescribed by your doctor.

3. How to use flunarizine 5mg

3.1 Pediatric Dosage For Children Under 12 Years: The safety and effectiveness of flunarizine have not been established at this time. In general, children under 12 years of age should not use this medicine.
Children 12 years and older: Use 5 mg/day in the evening. Treatment with flunarizine should not last more than 6 months. When using the drug for children 12 years of age and older, parents need to coordinate and monitor it by an experienced doctor.
In particular, parents should stop treatment if the child develops depressive symptoms, extrapyramidal symptoms or any other serious side effects.
3.2 Adult Dose for Migraine Prevention: Initial dose in the evening. Patients ≤ 65 years old: 10mg (2 tablets)/day. If the condition does not improve after 2 months of using the drug, treatment should be stopped. If the patient responds well and requires maintenance therapy, the dose should be reduced to 5 days at the same daily dose with 2 rest days per week. If preventive maintenance therapy is successful and well tolerated, treatment can be discontinued for 6 months and restarted only at relapse.
Dizziness: The daily dose is similar to that used for migraine, but initial treatment is continued only until symptoms are under control, usually less than 2 months. If chronic vertigo does not significantly improve after 1 month and orthostatic dizziness does not significantly improve after 2 months, the patient is considered non-responder and treatment should be discontinued.
3.3 Dosage for some other subjects: Prevention of migraine: Elderly (> 65 years old): Initial dose, taken in the evening. Take 5mg/day for 4-8 weeks.
Dosage for patients with hepatic impairment : Because the drug is extensively metabolised in the liver, these patients need dose adjustment. Use in the evening with a starting dose of 5mg/day. If there is no response after 8 weeks, the patient will be considered a non-responder and treatment will be discontinued. Use the drug for no more than 6 months.

4. Notes when using flunarizine 5mg

4.1 General Precautions The following are general precautions when using flunarizine 5mg:
You may have to wait a few weeks to see the effects of flunarizine. So, if you don't see an effect within the first 6 to 8 weeks of using the drug, you should not stop using it. After taking this medication, do not dispose of it in sewage (for example, a sink or toilet) or in household waste. You can ask your pharmacist how to quit when your medicine has expired or is no longer used. In case of severe side effects or overdose, the patient should go to the nearest medical facility or hospital for instructions on handling. If you forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as possible during your next meal or snack. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, the patient may skip the missed dose. Inform your doctor if you have any allergies. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients. Be careful when taking flunarizine in people with any medical problems (such as liver disease) Be careful when operating machinery or performing activities that require alertness, while taking it 4.2 Precautions for each population group: Pregnant women: There are no studies to confirm the safety of flunarizine for pregnant women. Therefore, this drug should not be used during pregnancy unless the potential benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus. Use with caution in nursing women: It is not known whether flunarizine is present in breast milk. This drug should be considered or avoided during lactation, or should be taken and discontinued. Drivers or Machine Operators: Flunarizine 5mg may cause drowsiness as a side effect, especially at the beginning of treatment. Therefore, the drug should not be used while driving or operating machinery to avoid possible accidents. In summary, the use of Flunarizine drug should be strictly followed the regulations and instructions will bring the treatment results to the patient.

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