Sibelium 10mg Strip Of 30 Tablets
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Sibelium 10 MG Description
Sibelium tablet is used in the prevention of migraines. It contains flunarizine as an active ingredient. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It is also important to follow a healthy lifestyle and 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. It is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age. One may experience an increase in weight, dizziness, or depression when taking Sibelium. Most of these are temporary, but if you feel the side effects persist, contact your doctor immediately. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting Sibelium tablet.
Product Summary
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| Contains | Flunarizine(10.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Migraine |
| Side effects | Dizziness, weight gain, drowsiness |
| Therapy | MIGRAINE DRUGS |
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Uses of Sibelium 10 MG
- Sibelium 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 migraine....
Contraindications of Sibelium 10 MG
- If you have an allergy to flunarizine or any other ingredients in Sibelium 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 depression in the past or are presently under treatment.
Side effects of Sibelium 10 MG
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Weight gain
- Stomach pain
- Heartburn
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Tiredness
Precautions and Warnings of Sibelium 10 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Sibelium Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
- There is limited information about the effects of Sibelium tablet in human pregnancy.
- You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or if you think you may be pregnant and it should be used if it is really needed and advantage overweighs the risk.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Sibelium Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
It is unknown if flunarizine passes into human milk. Hence, you should not breastfeed while taking a Sibelium tablet. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Sibelium Tablet?
A:
Sibelium tablets may make you dizzy and you may feel sleepy, you should avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Sibelium Tablet?
A:
Alcohol may increase the risk of tiredness and drowsiness with flunarizine. If you feel tired or drowsy whilst taking flunarizine, you should avoid alcoholic drinks.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are allergic to flunarizine.
- You are suffering from brain or mood-related or any other psychiatric disease, you should not be taking Sibelium.
- 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 (bradykinesia), these are called extrapyramidal symptoms. Sibelium may not be useful for the treatment of active migraine attacks....
- 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.
Directions for Use of Sibelium 10 MG
- Take Sibelium 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.
Storage and disposal of Sibelium 10 MG
- Store Sibelium tablets below 30°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Quick Tips of Sibelium 10 MG
- Sibelium 10mg tablet is used to prevent migraine attacks.
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not stop taking the medication on your own without talking to your doctor.
- It is recommended that, in addition to taking Sibelium 10mg tablet on time, you should avoid migraine-triggering factors such as stress, poor sleeping patterns, direct sunlight, tiredness, and strong smell, and also follow a healthy lifestyle....
- Before starting this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding. Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history, especially if you have heart-related and Parkinson's disease....
- Do not take any medicine on your own without confirming with your doctor during treatment with Sibelium 10mg tablet.
- Weight gain, stomach pain, heartburn, and nausea may occur in some individuals with the use of this medicine. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you.
- If you experience dizziness or sleepiness after taking Sibelium 10mg, it is recommended to avoid driving or performing any activities that require mental alertness.
- It is also advised to quit alcohol intake and smoking for better treatment.
- You can make certain lifestyle modifications like eating a healthy diet and avoiding foods that may trigger migraines, such as processed foods, artificial sweeteners, and certain types of cheese.
Dosage of Sibelium 10 MG
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose 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 Sibelium tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital....
Missed a Dose
- Missing a dose of Sibelium tablet may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment.
- If you missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Mode of Action of Sibelium 10 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. Sibelium tablet blocks calcium entry in these neurons and decreases their excitability and thus, helps to prevent such migraine headaches....
Interactions of Sibelium 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Sibelium tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- You may feel more drowsy or sleepy, when taken along with medicines like Diazepam, Alprazolam, Zolpidem and Mephenytoin (which are used to treat some psychiatric illnesses).
- Women who are on oral contraceptives may experience milky discharge from the nipple (Galactorrhoea) during Flunarizine treatment.
- Medicines such as Carbamazepine and Phenytoin (used in epilepsy or fits) decreases the effect of Flunarizine.
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 Sibelium tablet used for?
A: Sibelium tablet is used to prevent migraines and headaches. It decreases the frequency of migraine attacks.
Q: Can I take a Sibelium tablet along with my sleep medication?
A: The use of Sibelium tablets along with other sleep medication may increase the likelihood of side effects like excessive drowsiness, tremors and lack of energy. Consult your doctor for advice.
Q: How to take Sibelium or Flunarizine tablet?
A: It would be best if you took the recommended dose of medicine with a sufficient amount of water and should follow the directions told by your doctor. Preferably take it every day at the same time. Do not miss doses even if you feel better.
Q: What should I do if I experience a headache while using Sibelium 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 Sibelium tablet for migraines?
A: It would be best if you use Sibelium tablet for migraine prevention only after consulting your physician. You should not self-medicate or take it on your own.
Q: Can I stop taking Sibelium tablet if I start feeling better and my symptoms are gone?
- No, you must not stop taking this medicine on your own, even if you are feeling fine.
- Please discuss with your doctor as he/she shall decrease your dose gradually over a few weeks.
- Stopping the treatment can lead to treatment failure.
Q: What precautions do I need to take if I have to use this medicine for a longer time?
A: If the treatment with flunarizine goes for a longer time, you should regularly keep visiting your doctor and should continue to be closely monitored for side effects. If you experience anything unusual like a depressed mood, feeling low, you should immediately visit your doctor or hospital. You may also have increased appetite and weight gain. Hence, it is crucial to exercise and have healthy food.
Q: How long will it take for Sibelium tablet to work?
A: It may take a few weeks before optimum effects are seen.
Q: Does Sibelium 10 mg tablet cause sleepiness?
A: Yes, Sibelium 10 mg tablet causes sleepiness, it is recommended that you should take rest after taking this medicine. Avoid driving or doing any complex activity after taking this medicine.
Q: How does Sibelium tablet work?
A: Sibelium tablet has flunarizine, the active ingredient that belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers, calcium is responsible for exciting the brain nerve cells, over-excitation of which leads to headaches, flunarizine blocks the calcium from entering into brain neurons and decreases their excitability. Thus, it helps to prevent such migraine headaches.
Q: Who should not take Sibelium 10 mg tablets?
A: Sibelium 10 mg tablet is not recommended in those who are allergic to the active ingredient flunarizine, suffering from brain or mood-related disorders, suffering from Parkinson's disease. Caution should be exercised in those who are suffering from a blood disorder (porphyria), blockage in your urinary tract, blockage in your intestine.
Q: Does Sibelium have any side effects?
A: Weight gain, stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, tiredness etc. are few common side effects that an individual might experience. If you feel such symptoms persistently immediately talk to your doctor.
Q: Can I take Sibelium for any type of pain?
A: No, it is intended for use in headaches due to migraines that to when prescribed by the doctor only. Refrain from self-medication.
Q: Is Sibelium used for vertigo?
A: Yes, Sibelium tablet is used to provide symptomatic relief from vertigo.
Q: Is Sibelium effective?
A: Sibelium tablet is effective if taken at dose and duration advised by your doctor.
Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before taking Sibelium tablet?
- Inform the doctor about your detailed medical & surgical history.
- Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney disease.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby.
- Sibelium tablets may interact with other medicines, hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including supplements or herbal products. Also, inform your doctor if you are stopping any medicine....
Q: Can I take Sibelium in the morning?
A: Always take Sibelium tablets exactly as your doctor has told you. It is advised to take it after a meal to prevent possible stomach irritation.
Q: Is sibelium a sleeping pill?
A: No. it is not a sleeping pill. It is used for preventing and managing migraines.
Q: Can I take sibelium in any pain condition?
A: No, it is not a general painkiller. It is specifically used only for migraine-associated pain.
Q: Can I stop taking sibelium on my own?
A: No, this medicine should not be immediately stopped after relieving the symptoms. Gradual weening of the medication should be done to avoid adverse effects.
Q: Does sibelium cause weight gain?
A: Weight gain could be seen as a side effect of this medicine. This can occur due to increased appetite and can be avoided by keeping to your usual diet. Please consult a doctor if you observe weight variation during the treatment.
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