Fluz 5mg Tablets

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Fluz 5 MG Description

Fluz Tablet is used in the prevention of migraine. It contains flunarizine as an active ingredient. It is not recommended for people below 18 years of age. One may experience an increase in weight, d

izziness or depression when taking this Tablet. It is also important to follow a healthy lifestyle, avoid triggers for migraines like strong smells, sounds, certain food items, extremes of temperature, lack of sleep, etc. Discussion with your doctor may help you identify your migraine attack triggers.

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Contains	Flunarizine(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Prevent migraines
Side effects	Dizziness, weight gain, stomach pain, heartburn, nausea
Therapy	MIGRAINE DRUGS

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Fluz 5 MG

Fluz Tablet is used for preventing and managing migraines. It is useful only in the prevention and not during an acute attack of migraine. It is indicated in patients having frequent attacks of migrai...

Contraindications of Fluz 5 MG

If you have an allergy to flunarizine or any other ingredients present in Fluz Tablet.
If you have Parkinson’s Disease (decrease mobility and tremors) or have a family history of Parkinson’s Disease.
If you have suffered from any psychiatric disorders in the past or presently under treatment.

Side effects of Fluz 5 MG

Dizziness
Weight gain
Stomach pain
Heartburn
Nausea
Anxiety
Dry mouth
Feeling low

Precautions and Warnings of Fluz 5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Fluz Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Fluz Tablet in human pregnancy. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or if you think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Fluz Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if Fluz Tablet passes into the breastmilk. Hence, you should not breastfeed while taking this medicine. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Fluz Tablet?

Fluz Tablet makes you dizzy and sleepy especially at the initial phase of treatment. Therefore, it is advised not to drive until you know how this medicine affects you.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Fluz Tablet?

Alcohol may increase the risk of tiredness and drowsiness with Fluz Tablet. If you feel tired or drowsy after taking flunarizine, then you should avoid alcoholic drinks.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are elderly and suffering from psychiatric disorders.
You have problems with your liver.
You are experiencing fatigue, muscle pain and weakness.
You have Parkinson's disease and are taking medicines for treating the same, as it may potentiate some side-effects like shakiness (tremors), muscle stiffness (rigidity), difficulty in movements (brad...
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It would be best if you regularly visit your doctor during Flunarizine therapy. Any adverse reactions may be detected early and required actions may be taken.

Mode of Action of Fluz 5 MG

How Does It Work?

One of the reasons for migraine headaches is the overexcitability of brain neurons (cells). This neuronal excitability is mostly due to calcium. Fluz Tablet blocks calcium entry in these neurons and d...

Directions for Use of Fluz 5 MG

Take Fluz Tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, with or without food.
You should take this medicine regularly, at the same time and without fail as directed by your doctor.
It would be best if you do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Fluz 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Fluz Tablet may interact with other medications and provide an altered response to the treatment. Please notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, over-the-counter medications (th...
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Especially, if you are taking anti-epileptic medicines such as phenytoin, as it may affect the activity of Fluz Tablet.
You may feel more drowsy or sleepy when taken along with brain-related medicines like diazepam, alprazolam and mephenytoin (to treat some psychiatric illness).
Women who are on oral contraceptives may experience milky discharge from the nipple (Galactorrhea) during Flunarizine treatment.

Storage and disposal of Fluz 5 MG

Store it below 30°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
You must discard this medicine when it expires or is no longer needed.

Dosage of Fluz 5 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Fluz Tablet are sedation, agitation, confusion, loss of energy and increased heartbeats. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medic...

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Fluz Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you have missed any dose of medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, then skip ...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Fluz Tablet used for?

A: Fluz Tablet is used mainly to prevent migraine and headaches. It decreases the frequency of migraine attacks.

Q: What is the composition of Fluz Tablet?

A: The composition of Fluz Tablet includes flunarizine as an active ingredient.

Q: What are the side effects of Fluz Tablet?

A: Dizziness, weight gain, stomach pain, heartburn, nausea are a few side effects that can be seen during the treatment with Fluz Tablet. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on thier own. Also, it is not important that everyone experience the same.

Q: What should I do if I experience a headache while using Fluz Tablet?

A: Headache during the use of Flunarizine may be associated with your underlying problem of migraine. It may take a few days before the effect is seen. Also, it is important to recognise your precipitating factors for migraine and avoid them, however, if the migraine attacks are as frequent as earlier, kindly consult your doctor to check if you require a change in prophylactic therapy or a change in the dose of the medicines.

Q: Can I use Fluz Tablet for migraine?

A: It would be best if you use Fluz Tablet for migraine prevention only after consulting your physician. You should not self-medicate or take it on your own.

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