Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet is used to treat vertigo. It is a combination medicine which acts by relaxing vascular smooth muscles of the blood vessels of the ear and improves the blood circulation. It also blocks the action of a chemical messenger that is responsible for lightheadedness in vertigo.

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor and preferably at a fixed time each day. Do not skip any doses, but if you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment and never stop this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Some common side effects of using this medication are dryness of mouth and stomach pain. To overcome dryness, it is advised to drink more water, always carry sugar candy or maintain oral hygiene. It can cause dizziness and sleepiness as well. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Usually, it is advisable to avoid alcohol while taking the medicine.

Before taking this medicine, it is better to inform your doctor if you are suffering from peptic ulcer, asthma, or low blood pressure. You must inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines regularly, as it may affect the way this medicine works for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Cinarate Tablet

Treatment of Vertigo

Benefits of Cinarate Tablet

In Treatment of Vertigo

Vertigo means a spinning sensation or dizziness that is triggered due to frequent movement. It can happen due to many reasons but it may also occur without any underlying disease. Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet helps treat this sensation effectively. If you feel dizzy while getting up from the bed, sit for a while and then rise slowly to avoid having an accidental fall. It will be more effective if you take this medicine regularly as prescribed so try not to miss doses. It may take a couple of weeks before you notice any improvements but keep taking it, even if you do feel better, until your doctor advises it is safe to stop.

Side effects of Cinarate Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cinarate

Drowsiness
Headache
Stomach pain
Dryness in mouth

How to use Cinarate Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Cinarate Tablet works

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cinnarizine and Dimenhydrinate. Cinnarizine is a calcium channel antagonist which works by preventing constriction of the blood vessels of the inner ear. This improves the microcirculation of the ear. Dimenhydrinate is an antiallergic. It blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) that is responsible for light-headedness in vertigo.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Cinarate Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms of vertigo such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensation.
Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

suffering from vertigo since last couple of years and i am taking vertin 24mg with stemetil tab twice a day. but still i m feeling light headed.

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

How is your vertigo. There are different causes of vertigo. Can u describe the duration and timing of vertigo

Suffered from vertigo. Taken medicines feeling okay now. Tests suggested by General physician such as MRI, Ultrasound,Blood test, chest x-ray are all okay.

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

For vertigo consult a ENT specialist. 90 percent vertigo are due to problems in ear.Ultrasound, x-ray chest are usually not required if u have only vertigo

FAQs

Can the use of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet cause drowsiness?

Yes, Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medicine affects you.

Can Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet cause indigestion?

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet may cause indigestion. However, taking it with or after food can prevent indigestion. Talk to your doctor if indigestion persists.

Are there any contraindications associated with the use of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet?

Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with hypersensitivity to the active substances, diphenhydramine or other antihistamines of similar structure or to any of the excipients. Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with glaucoma, fits, increased intracranial pressure, alcohol abuse, urinating issues, liver or kidney disease. It is also not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What if I accidentally take too much of this medicine?

Visit the nearest emergency department if you accidentally take too much of this medicine. Symptoms of an overdose may include tiredness, pupil dilation, unable to urinate, dry mouth, flushing, fast heart rate, sweating, headache, dizziness and shakiness.

What if I miss a dose of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet, you should skip the missed dose and take the next dose at its usual time and quantity. You should not take a double dose of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet to make up for a missed dose.

Can I stop taking Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet if I feel well?

You should not stop taking Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet until your doctor asks you to. If you stop taking Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet earlier than advised, the symptoms of vertigo may reappear (dizziness and spinning).

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Cinarate 20mg/40mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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