Vasotense 10mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Vasotense 10mg Tablet is a medicine used for the prevention of migraines. However, it cannot treat an acute attack and will only work to prevent migraines for as long as you continue to take the medicine. This medicine relaxes the brain, preventing migraine headaches.
Vasotense 10mg 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 muscle pain, fatigue, constipation, nausea, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and runny nose. Some other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine are increased appetite, depression, stomach discomfort, and breast pain. It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you.
It may also cause weight gain and to prevent it you can eat a healthy balanced diet and should exercise regularly. 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.
Uses of Vasotense Tablet
Benefits of Vasotense Tablet
In Prevention of Migraine
Vasotense 10mg 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 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 Vasotense 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 Vasotense
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Muscle pain
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Runny nose
- Increased appetite
- Depression
- Stomach discomfort
- Breast pain
How to use Vasotense 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. Vasotense 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Vasotense Tablet works
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the head. Vasotense 10mg Tablet works by preventing loss of tone and dilation of blood vessels, thus preventing the migraine headache.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Vasotense 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Vasotense 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Vasotense 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Vasotense 10mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vasotense 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vasotense 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, consult your doctor if have severe kidney disease.
However, consult your doctor if have severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Vasotense 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vasotense 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Vasotense Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Vasotense 10mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Vasotense 10mg Tablet for the 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 every day
- 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 Vasotense 10mg Tablet affects you.
- Notify your doctor if you develop skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal uncontrolled movement.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethanes Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Calcium channel blocker- migraine prevention
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Vasotense 10mg Tablet safe?
Vasotense 10mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
Q. What is Vasotense 10mg Tablet used for?
Vasotense 10mg Tablet 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.
Q. Does Vasotense 10mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Vasotense 10mg Tablet 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 Vasotense 10mg Tablet.
Q. Does Vasotense 10mg Tablet work?
Vasotense 10mg Tablet works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
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Name: Pulse Pharmaceuticals
Address: 4F10, Ballad Estates, Tarnaka, Hyderabad - 500017, TS, India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
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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 Vasotense 10mg Tablet. 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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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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