Betacap Plus LS
Betacap Plus LS Products are primarily used for
Prevention of migraine, Migraine
About Betacap Plus LS Products
Uses of Betacap Plus LS Products
Propranolol+Flunarizine is used for Prevention of migraine and Migraine.
Betacap Plus LS Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Betacap Plus LS are Weight gain, Slow heart rate, Tiredness, Depression, Drowsiness, Abnormal dreams, Cold extremities.
How Betacap Plus LS Products work
Propranolol + Flunarizine is a combination of two medicines: Propranolol + Flunarizine1 and Propranolol + Flunarizine2, which prevents migraine. Propranolol + Flunarizine1 is a beta blocker and Propranolol + Flunarizine2 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).
Patient Concerns about Betacap Plus LS Products
Frequently asked questions about Betacap Plus LS Products
Frequently asked questions about Betacap Plus LS Products
Q. In which conditions is the use of Betacap Plus LS Capsule contraindicated?
Use of Betacap Plus LS 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 Betacap Plus LS Capsule?
Keep Betacap Plus LS 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 Betacap Plus LS Capsule when my symptoms are improved?
Betacap Plus LS 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 Betacap Plus LS Capsule exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Betacap Plus LS Capsule be used for the treatment of a migraine headache?
No, Betacap Plus LS 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.