Elipran 40 Tablet
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Product introduction
Elipran 40 Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of acute migraine headaches. It relieves the symptoms of migraine and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches.
Elipran 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include sleepiness, neck pain, dry mouth, nausea, sensation of heaviness, weakness, jaw pain, and throat pain. However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you.
It may also cause dizziness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Elipran 40 Tablet is contraindicated in some heart diseases. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor and stop this medicine if you develop severe chest or stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or significantly high blood pressure, after taking this medicine.
Elipran 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include sleepiness, neck pain, dry mouth, nausea, sensation of heaviness, weakness, jaw pain, and throat pain. However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you.
It may also cause dizziness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Elipran 40 Tablet is contraindicated in some heart diseases. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor and stop this medicine if you develop severe chest or stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or significantly high blood pressure, after taking this medicine.
Uses of Elipran Tablet
Benefits of Elipran Tablet
In Acute migraine headache
Elipran 40 Tablet helps improve the flow of blood in your brain and prevents abnormal activity of muscles that triggers migraines. It is a very effective medicine for treating migraine attacks. By preventing and reducing the frequency migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
Side effects of Elipran 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 Elipran
- Dizziness
- Dryness in mouth
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Heaviness
- Jaw pain
- Nausea
- Neck pain
- Sleepiness
- Throat pain
- Weakness
How to use Elipran 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. Elipran 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Elipran Tablet works
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the brain and the release of vasoactive and pro-inflammatory peptides (chemical messenger) from sensory nerve endings. Elipran 40 Tablet is a selective 5-hydroxytryptamine 1B/1D receptor agonist. It works by constricting (narrowing) these blood vessels and prevents the release of the chemical messenger in the nerve endings, thereby relieving the migraine headaches.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Elipran 40 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Elipran 40 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Elipran 40 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Limited information indicates that Elipran 40 Tablet produces low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed infants.
Limited information indicates that Elipran 40 Tablet produces low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed infants.
Driving
UNSAFE
Elipran 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Elipran 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Elipran 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Elipran 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Elipran 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Elipran 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Elipran 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Elipran 40 Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Elipran 40 Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Elipran 40 Tablet for treatment of migraine headaches.
- Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
- Have your meals at the same time everyday
- Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
- Avoid loud music and noisy places
- Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
- Get enough sleep and avoid stress
- It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Notify your doctor if your migraine occurs more often after starting the medication.
- Notify your doctor if you have stomach pain, headache, bloody diarrhoea or worsening high blood pressure.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
- This medication does not prevent migraine attacks from happening.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
3-Alkylindole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Triptans (5HT 1B/1D Agonist)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Elipran 40 Tablet
Once A Day
90%
Twice A Day
7%
Thrice A Day
3%
What are you using Elipran Tablet for?
Acute migrain*
90%
Others
10%
*Acute migraine headache
How much was the improvement?
Average
50%
Excellent
39%
Poor
11%
What were the side-effects while using Elipran 40 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
50%
Flushing (sen*
25%
Sleepiness
25%
*No Side Effect, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
How do you take Elipran Tablet?
With or witho*
60%
Empty stomach
20%
With food
20%
*With or without food
Please rate Elipran 40 Tablet on price
Expensive
78%
Average
22%
FAQs
How soon should I take Elipran 40 Tablet when attack starts?
Once your migraine headache has started, take Elipran 40 Tablet as soon as possible. Do not use it to prevent an attack. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Can Elipran 40 Tablet increase my Blood Pressure?
Yes, Elipran 40 Tablet can cause an increase in blood pressure. However, it is does not occur in everyone. But, you should keep a check on your blood pressure during therapy with Elipran 40 Tablet.
What are the symptoms of headache caused due to medication overuse?
If you are having frequent or daily headaches despite (or because of) the regular use of headache medications, it is suggestive of medication overuse headache. You should consult your doctor who may discontinue the medication for sometime.
What are the symptoms of Elipran 40 Tablet overdose?
Taking an overdose of Elipran 40 Tablet may cause fainting, dizziness, slow heartbeat, change in electrical activity of the heart, vomiting and inability to retain urine or stools.
Can Elipran 40 Tablet be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?
No, Elipran 40 Tablet is not used for the prevention of migraine attacks. It should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established.
What should I tell my doctor?
Before taking Elipran 40 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, liver or kidney disease or a family history of heart disease. You should also inform your doctor if you smoke, have had your menopause, or are a man aged 40 years or more. Let your doctor know if your headache is associated with dizziness, difficulty in walking, lack of coordination or weakness in the leg and arm. Your doctor should also know if you are taking medicines to treat depression such as sertraline, escitalopram oxalate, fluoxetine, venlafaxine, or duloxetine. It is also important to inform your doctor if you have had short-lived chest pain and tightness.
What triggers migraine attacks?
Migraine may be triggered by several factors. Some of the common triggers are caffeine withdrawal, changes in hormone levels during menstruation or with the use of birth control pills. Migraine also gets triggered with changes in sleep patterns, such as not getting enough sleep, drinking alcohol, missing meals, or smoking. Rigorous exercise or other physical stress, loud noises or bright lights, odors or perfumes, or exposure to smoke and stress and anxiety may also act as a trigger.
I have been prescribed Elipran 40 Tablet. Can I take other migraine medicines, similar to Elipran 40 Tablet, with it?<br>
Elipran 40 Tablet belongs to a family of tryptamine-based drugs called Triptans. You should not take another triptan along with Elipran 40 Tablet. Taking two triptans together may trigger a heart attack and may also result in an increase in blood pressure.
Does migraine run in families?
Migraines may run in families. Migraines occur more often in women than men. It has been noticed that some women, but not all, have fewer migraines when they are pregnant.
How do I know migraine attack is about to start?
Some people develop aura before getting a migraine attack. It may include visual problems, such as seeing flashing lights, zig-zag patterns or blind spots, numbness, dizziness, or a tingling sensation like pins and needles, or feeling off balance. You may also have difficulty speaking and loss of consciousness, although this is unusual.
Can I take Elipran 40 Tablet with propranolol?
Yes, you can take propranolol and Elipran 40 Tablet together. However, since Propranolol may cause an increase in levels of Elipran 40 Tablet, so you should take 5 mg dose of Elipran 40 Tablet and not 10 mg.
When should I start taking the medicines used to prevent migraine?
Medicines for prevention of migraine are usually used if you have tried avoiding possible triggers but are still experiencing migraines. You may also be prescribed these medicines if you experience very severe migraine attacks, or if your attacks happen frequently.
Can Elipran 40 Tablet cause liver damage?
No, Elipran 40 Tablet does not cause liver damage, but you should let your doctor know if you have any liver problem, before taking Elipran 40 Tablet.
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