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FLUNARIZINE-0.5MG

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About Fluna 10mg Tablet

Fluna 10mg Tablet belongs to the class of medication called calcium channel blockers which contains Flunarizine, used to treat migraine, dizziness, and vertigo (unable to stand properly). Migraine is a central nervous system or neurological condition, which can cause multiple symptoms. Generally, severe headache is a characteristic symptom of migraine.

Fluna 10mg Tablet contains Flunarizine, prescribed for the improvement of blood flow and in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases. Fluna 10mg Tablet improves blood flow and dilates blood vessels in the brain thereby preventing dilation of blood vessels, loss of tune and headaches caused due to migraine.

Take Fluna 10mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Fluna 10mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Do not abruptly stop taking Fluna 10mg Tablet or skip any doses. It is advised to finish the full course of treatment.  The doctor will advise you if dose adjustment is required depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, Fluna 10mg Tablet may cause fatigue, constipation, nausea, runny nose, and insomnia (difficulty sleeping). Most of these side effects of Fluna 10mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time.

Do not take Fluna 10mg Tablet for an acute attack of migraine as it does not prevents it. Fluna 10mg Tablet may cause weight gain in some cases, so avoid eating junk and eat a healthy, balanced diet, including home-cooked food. If you plan to get pregnant, are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fluna 10mg Tablet . Fluna 10mg Tablet is also known to cause mood changes. Therefore, try to spend quality time with your family and regularly monitor your behavior.

Uses of Fluna 10mg Tablet

Migraine

Directions for Use

Take Fluna 10mg Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Preferably take it at the nighttime every day so that the same level of Fluna 10mg Tablet is maintained in the body. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Fluna 10mg Tablet is effective in reducing the attack of migraine. Still, it is specifically useful in migraine with disabling and severe neurological symptoms (like in case of migraine with aura or one-sided weakness) accompanied by dizziness or vertigo.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Fluna 10mg Tablet

  • Low mood
  • Weight gain
  • Fatigue (tiredness)
  • Drowsiness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fluna 10mg Tablet if you are hypersensitive to flunarizine or any of its ingredients, If you have or ever had depression, Parkinson's disease, liver damage, or kidney disease, inform your doctor before starting Fluna 10mg Tablet . Also, take a meal at the same time of day, preferably during the night. Fluna 10mg Tablet is known to cause weight gain, so avoid chocolates,  junk food, cheese, processed food, alcohol, smoking, and instead eat a healthy diet and do regular exercise. Avoid loud music, extreme temperatures, bright lights, noisy places as it can increase headache. Fluna 10mg Tablet interacts with sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medicines, muscle relaxants, tranquilizers, anti-seizure, or medicines to control fits. So, if you are using these medicines, let your doctor know about them.

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LeflunomideTamoxifen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Taking Fluna 10mg Tablet with tamoxifen affects the liver and may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tamoxifen and Fluna 10mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LeflunomideTemozolomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Taking Temozolomide with Fluna 10mg Tablet can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking temozolomide and Fluna 10mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, red or inflamed skin, body sores, pain or burning during urination, vomiting, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LeflunomideCaspofungin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Fluna 10mg Tablet can cause liver problems, and combining it with other drugs, such as binimetinib, can raise the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fluna 10mg Tablet and Caspofungin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include liver problems, fever, rash, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, stomach pain, unusual bleeding or bruising, feeling tired, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LeflunomideAcitretin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Acitretin with Fluna 10mg Tablet may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Acitretin and Fluna 10mg Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LeflunomideBrigatinib
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How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Brigatinib can cause higher levels of Fluna 10mg Tablet in the blood by reducing its excretion.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fluna 10mg Tablet and Brigatinib, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, or muscle aches, contact your doctor immediately. Other symptoms to look out for include diarrhea, shortness of breath, weight loss, and pain or burning while urinating." Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LeflunomideErlotinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
When erlotinib is taken with Fluna 10mg Tablet, it increases the risk of causing liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Erlotinib and Fluna 10mg Tablet, you can take these medicines together if advised by your doctor. If you have any of these symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark colored urine, liver damage, or bleeding, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
LeflunomideCerivastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Fluna 10mg Tablet can cause liver problems, and combining it with other drugs, such as Cerivastatin, can raise the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fluna 10mg Tablet and Cerivastatin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - fever, joint pain, rash, or stomach pain, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LeflunomideTofacitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Taking tofacitinib with Fluna 10mg Tablet can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Fluna 10mg Tablet and tofacitinib together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, pain or burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LeflunomideMycophenolate Mofetil
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How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Using Fluna 10mg Tablet together with mycophenolate mofetil may increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Mycophenolate Mofetil and Fluna 10mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LeflunomideAcarbose
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluna 10mg Tablet:
Co-administration of acarbose with Fluna 10mg Tablet may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between acarbose and Fluna 10mg Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, vomiting, stomach pain, dark urine, pale stools, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid chocolates,  junk food, cheese, processed food, alcohol, smoking, and instead eat a healthy diet and do regular exercise to avoid weight gain caused due to Fluna 10mg Tablet .
  • Avoid loud music, extreme temperatures, bright lights, noisy places as it can increase headache.
  • Find humor in your daily life. Try to watch a comedy show to help relieve stress.
  • You can try increasing your mindfulness by including yoga, meditation, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve headaches.
  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. This is a healthier option than eating a lot of simple carbohydrates found in processed foods.
  • You can include antioxidants in your daily diet like ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea, and lemon balm.
  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a strong social network may help you lower your risk of anxiety.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

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FAQs

Yes, Fluna 10mg Tablet is known to cause weight gain. So, do regular exercise and try to eat home-cooked food to avoid excessive weight gain.

If you have taken a double dose or overdose of Fluna 10mg Tablet , you need immediate medical help either by calling a doctor or going to the nearest hospital or clinic.

People who have migraines should take Fluna 10mg Tablet . But Fluna 10mg Tablet does not cure an acute attack of migraine; it is used for its prevention as on as you take Fluna 10mg Tablet .

No, you should not stop taking Fluna 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Please take advice from the doctor before quitting.

No, do not take Fluna 10mg Tablet until prescribed by your doctor. It is only taken for headache due to migraine that to when prescribed by a doctor.

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Special Advise

Do not use this Fluna 10mg Tablet  if your suffering current depressive illness or with a history of recurrent depression, let your doctor know about it.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Migraine: It is a neurological condition with multiple symptoms. Headache is one of the most important characteristic symptoms of migraine followed by nausea, difficulty in speaking, vomiting, sensitivity to sound and light (photosensitivity). Migraine can occur at any age; it can begin in childhood or adulthood. Women are at a greater risk to have migraines than men.

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