Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines that helps in preventing migraine. This medicine is not used for treatment of acute migraine attack.
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule should be taken on empty stomach, but try to have it same time regularly at a fixed time preferably at night. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Lifestyle modifications like avoiding stress, smoking, and processed food items may help this medicine work better.
Few common side effects of this medicine include weight gain, slow heart rate, tiredness, depression, drowsiness and cold extremities. It may cause sleepiness so try not to drive or do anything that requires mental focus or rise slowly while from sitting position. The drug has the ability to hide the symptoms of the blood sugar level, hence monitor your blood sugar level regularly as well as blood pressure while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney, or depression disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule should be taken on empty stomach, but try to have it same time regularly at a fixed time preferably at night. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Lifestyle modifications like avoiding stress, smoking, and processed food items may help this medicine work better.
Few common side effects of this medicine include weight gain, slow heart rate, tiredness, depression, drowsiness and cold extremities. It may cause sleepiness so try not to drive or do anything that requires mental focus or rise slowly while from sitting position. The drug has the ability to hide the symptoms of the blood sugar level, hence monitor your blood sugar level regularly as well as blood pressure while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney, or depression disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Uses of Flugran Plus Capsule
Benefits of Flugran Plus Capsule
In Prevention of Migraine
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule 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 preventing migraine attacks, however, it does not treat an attack that has already started. 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 Flugran Plus Capsule
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 Flugran Plus
- Weight gain
- Slow heart rate
- Tiredness
- Depression
- Drowsiness
- Abnormal dreams
- Cold extremities
How to use Flugran Plus Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How Flugran Plus Capsule works
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Propranolol and Flunarizine, which prevents migraine. Propranolol is a beta blocker and Flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker. They work by stabilizing the reactive nerve cells and increasing the threshold to migraine activation. They also inhibit cortical spreading depression (CSD- electric waves that move across the brain and cause pain and inflammation).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule 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 Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability.
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
What if you forget to take Flugran Plus Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule, 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
- You have been prescribed Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule for prevention of migraine headaches.
- Do not take it to treat an acute attack of migraine.
- 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 sufficient sleep and avoid stress
- It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
- It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule affects you.
- keep taking it regularly every day, even if you don't have any symptoms.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. In which conditions is the use of Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule contraindicated?
Use of Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule is considered to be harmful for patients with allergy to any of the ingredients or excipients of this medicine. This medicine contains propranolol, so its use should be avoided in patients with asthma, slow heart rate, abnormal heart rhythms, or heart conditions like AV block or sick sinus syndrome. Since this medicine also contains flunarizine, the use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with the history of depression or Parkinson's disease.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule?
Keep Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule when my symptoms are improved?
Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule is given as a prophylactic treatment for the prevention of migraine headaches. Do not stop taking this medicine until advised by your doctor as it may cause your migraine episodes to return. This medicine contains propranolol and a sudden withdrawal of propranolol may cause sweating, shaking, irregular or fast heartbeat, worsening of underlying angina or heart attack. You must take Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule be used for the treatment of a migraine headache?
No, Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule does not help in relieving a migraine headache that has already started. It can only be used for preventing any new episode of migraine headaches.
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- Drugs.com. Propranolol Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details
Name: Fawn Incorporation
Address: Plot No 404, Industrial Area, Phase 1, Panchkula
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Flugran Plus 40mg/10mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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