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Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

10 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP48.12

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Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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MANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

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TABLET

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Flunarizine(10.0 Mg)
Therapy
Migraine drugs
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets contains Flunarizine. It is used in the prevention of migraines. It is not recommended in less than 18 years of age. One may experience an increase in weight, dizziness or depression when taking Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets. 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.

Uses

Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets 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

  • If you have an allergy to Flunarizine or any other ingredients in the 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

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

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

There is limited information about the effects of Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets 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 needed and advantage overweighs the risk.

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Breast Feeding

It is unknown if Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets passes into human milk. Hence you should not breastfeed while taking this medicine. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

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Driving

If Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets makes you dizzy and sleepy, then you should avoid driving.

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Alcohol

Alcohol may increase the risk of tiredness and drowsiness with Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets. If you feel tired or drowsy after taking flunarizine, then you should avoid alcoholic drinks.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are 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 (bradykinesia), these are called extrapyramidal symptoms. Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets may not be useful to treat active migraine attack.
  • 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

  • Take this medicine 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

  • Store 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

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets 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 medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

  • Missing a dose of Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment.
  • If you missed any dose of medicine, then take it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is time for your next dose, then 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

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. Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets blocks calcium entry in these neurons and decreases their excitability and thus helps to prevent such migraine headaches.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • 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 illness).
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Flunarizine tablet is used mainly to prevent migraine and headaches. It decreases the frequency of migraine attacks.

Use of Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 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.

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.

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 change in the dose of the medicines.

It would be best if you use Zerograin 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets for migraine prevention only after consulting your physician. You should not self-medicate or take it on your own.

Try to take your medicine at the same time every day. Try connecting your medicine with something you do every day, such as brushing your teeth at night or having your dinner. This may help you remember to take it. Set a reminder or an alarm to go at the time you need to take your medicine.

If the treatment with flunarizine goes for a longer time, you should regularly keep visiting your doctor and should continue to monitor the side effects closely. If you experience anything unusual like a depressed mood, feeling low, then 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.

It may take a few weeks before optimum effects are seen.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:ZEROGRAIN

Manufacturer Name:MANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Address:J.K.Print Packs (Pharma Division), C-14 To 17, Sara Industrial Estate Ltd. Vill Rampur, Selaqui, Distt. Dehradun 248197, Uttarakhand

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Zerograin 10 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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