Cinnarizine
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Molecule Description
This medicine belongs to the Antihistamine category. It is used to control symptoms caused by balance or movement disorder.
Uses
- Vertigo
- Travel sickness or motion sickness
Contraindications
When should one not use Cinnarizine
- If you are allergic to Cinnarizine
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding mother
- If you have liver or kidney problem
- If you have Parkinson's disease or porphyria (a rare blood disorder)
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Drowsiness
- Sweating
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Weakness
- Muscle stiffness, tremor
- Stomach pain
- Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the neck, face, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions)
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have liver or kidney problems
- You have a history of Parkinson’s disease as this medicine may make your condition worse
- You have porphyria (a rare blood disease)
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
This medicine prevents contractions of smooth muscle cells of blood vessels. It also binds to some receptors. It controls blood flow in the ear and prevents motion sickness and vertigo.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
Cinnarizine shows interactions with antidepressant medicines and sedatives.
Interactions with food items
No information is available on interaction of Cinnarizine when taken with food, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further details.
Dietary Restrictions
Avoid fatty foods while traveling; you may experience motion sickness.
Dosage
Overdose
Seek emergency medical care if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Overdose symptoms may include vomiting, tremor, hypotonia, and even coma in extreme conditions.
Missed a Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If you have missed a dose, then do not take double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
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