Prescription Required

Xelium 5mg Tablet

by Biozen Health Products Pvt Ltd
Flunarizine (5mg)

₹45₹41

9% off
Xelium 5mg Tablet

Introduction to Xelium 5mg Tablet

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


 

Safety Advice for Xelium 5mg Tablet

  • 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 Xelium 5mg Tablet 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 Xelium 5mg Tablet

  • 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 Xelium 5mg Tablet

  • 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 Xelium 5mg Tablet

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

Side Effects Of Xelium 5mg Tablet

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

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Xelium 5mg Tablet

  • 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 Xelium 5mg Tablet

Is Xelium safe?

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

Does Xelium work?

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

What is Xelium used for?

Xelium 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.

Does Xelium cause weight gain?

Xelium 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 Xelium.

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Pranav ayush

MBA in Pharmaceutical

Content Updated on

Sunday, 11 August, 2024

Prescription Required

Xelium 5mg Tablet

by Biozen Health Products Pvt Ltd
Flunarizine (5mg)

₹45₹41

9% off
Xelium 5mg Tablet

Xelium 5mg Tablet

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