Prescription Required

Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

by Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Flunarizine (5mg)

₹83₹79

5% off
Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

Introduction to Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

  • The medicine contains Flunarizine
  • Flunarizine is a medication primarily used to prevent migraines and to treat vestibular disorders like vertigo.


 

Safety Advice for Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Unsafe due to excessive drowsiness. Seek medical advice before using this product during pregnancy for personalized guidance and safety assurance.

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Seek medical advice before using this product during pregnancy for personalized guidance and safety assurance.

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Before breastfeeding, seek your doctor's advice regarding the usage of this product for safety assurance.

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Probably safe; consult your doctor, especially with severe kidney disease.

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Use with caution; consult your doctor, and dose adjustment may be needed.

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Use with caution.

How Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s works

Flunarizine works by blocking calcium channels in the brain, which helps reduce the frequency and severity of migraines and controls vertigo by stabilizing the neuronal activity.

How To Use Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

  • Take the medication with or without food as per your doctor's advice.
  • Ideally, take it at nighttime consistently to maintain a steady level of Flunarizine in your body.
  • Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not break, crush, or chew it.
  • Following these instructions ensures the effective and safe use of the medication

Special Precautions About Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

  • Avoid if currently experiencing or with a history of recurrent depression; inform your doctor.
  • Monitor for signs of depression or mood changes during treatment.
  • Discontinue if depressive symptoms worsen; seek medical advice promptly.
  • Limit alcohol consumption; it may intensify side effects like drowsiness

Benefits Of Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

  • Prevent and reduce the frequency of migraine attacks, improving daily activities and quality of life.

Side Effects Of Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

  • Sleepiness
  • Weight Gain
  • Muscle
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Insomnia
  • Runny Nose
  • Increased appetite
  • Depression
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Breast pain

Similar Medicine Of Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

What If I Missed A Dose Of Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

  • Take it as soon as remembered. 
  • However, if it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one.

Health And Lifestyle

Maintain a regular sleep schedule. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Avoid triggers such as certain foods, stress, and bright lights. Engage in regular physical activity.

Drug Interaction

  • ALPRAZOLAM.
  • LORAZEPAM.
  • CLOBAZAM.
  • DIAZEPAM.
  • MIDAZOLAM.
  • BACLOFEN.

Drug Food Interaction

  • Alcohol.

Disease Explanation

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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.

FAQ's on Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

Does Sibelium work?

Sibelium works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Is Naxdom 250 a painkiller?

Naxdom 250 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Naproxen and Domperidone. This combination helps in relieving the symptoms of migraine like headache, nausea and vomiting. Naproxen is a pain-killer that blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause headache.

Why is Flunarizine not licensed in the US?

Flunarizine (Sibelium, not available in USA) The main effects of flunarizine seem likely to be more due to dopamine blocking than calcium channel blocking. Flunarizine is not FDA approved in the USA, in part, due to its tendency to induce parkinsonism.

Why Tryptomer 10 mg is used?

Tryptomer 10mg Tablet is a a tricyclic antidepressant. Different doses of this medicine help in treating and preventing different problems such as depression, neuropathic pain, and migraine. It works by blocking the reuptake of noradrenaline and serotonin (5HT) into presynaptic nerve terminals.

What is Sibelium 5mg used for?

Sibelium 5 Mg Tablet is a Tablet manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals. It is commonly used for the diagnosis or treatment of Migraine, peripheral disorders, Cerebrovascular disorders, vertigo, vestibular disorders. It has some side effects such as Drowsiness, Increased appetite, Irregular menstrual cycle.

What is the best medicine for migraines?

Many people who have migraines find that over-the-counter painkillers, such as paracetamol, aspirin and ibuprofen, can help to reduce their symptoms. They tend to be most effective if taken at the first signs of a migraine attack, as this gives them time to absorb into your bloodstream and ease your symptoms.

What is grenil tablet used for?

Grenil Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of migraine. It prevents pain signals to reach the brain to reduce pain. It also blocks certain substances in the brain that trigger nausea or vomiting during migraine headaches.

How long does it take Sibelium to work?

SIBELIUM is a selective calcium antagonist. It prevents cellular calcium overload by reducing excessive transmembrane calcium influxes. Flunarizine is well absorbed from the gut, reaching peak plasma levels within 2 - 4 hours and reaching steady state at 5 - 6 weeks.

Does Sibelium cause weight gain?

Sibelium can cause weight gain. It is caused by an increase in appetite (feeling hungry) and can be avoided by keeping to your usual diet. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Sibelium.

Is Sibelium safe?

Sibelium is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.

Is Sibelium a sleeping pill?

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.

What is Sibelium used for?

Sibelium is a calcium channel blocker and is used to prevent migraine attacks. Migraine is a recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head and is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.

What is the function of Flunarizine?

Flunarizine has been used in medical practice for over 25 years. It was initially introduced as a medicine to improve blood flow and is a medicine known as a calcium channel blocker. It has been mainly used in the treatment of dizziness, vertigo and prevention of migraine.

How do I stop taking Flunarizine?

Flunarizine does not appear to have an effect on how long attacks last. The effect of flunarizine may not be seen for several weeks. Do not stop taking the medication due to lack of effect within the first six to eight weeks. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule.

Does Sibelium cause sleepiness?

Sibelium 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

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Pranav ayush

MBA in Pharmaceutical

Content Updated on

Sunday, 11 August, 2024

Prescription Required

Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

by Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Flunarizine (5mg)

₹83₹79

5% off
Sibelium 5mg Tablet 30s

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