Cinsat
Cinsat Products are primarily used for
Motion sickness, Vertigo, Meniere's disease
About Cinsat Products
Uses of Cinsat Products
Cinnarizine is used in the treatment of motion sickness, vertigo and Meniere's disease.
Cinsat Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Cinsat are Sleepiness, Nausea, Weight gain.
How Cinsat Products work
Cinnarizine works by preventing constriction of the blood vessels of the inner ear. This improves the microcirculation of the ear.
Patient Concerns about Cinsat Products
Frequently asked questions about Cinsat Products
Frequently asked questions about Cinnarizine
Q. Does Cinsat 25 Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Cinsat 25 Tablet may make you sleepy as a common side effect, especially at the start of treatment. Therefore, if you develop excessive sleepiness it is advisable not to drive or use heavy machinery.
Q. Can Cinsat 25 Tablet help with tinnitus?
Yes, Cinsat 25 Tablet is used to improve tinnitus. It is a condition in which the patients hear a sound that is generated by the body, rather than by an outside source. It is usually a symptom of underlying condition or a disease such as Miniere’s disease.
Q. How should Cinsat 25 Tablet be taken for motion sickness?
Two tablets of Cinsat 25 Tablet can be given two hours before the travel to prevent motion sickness in adults, elderly, and children over 12 years. If necessary, one tablet every eight hours during the journey can be given. However, children between 5 and 12 years can take one tablet two hours before travel. An additional half a tablet every eight hours during the journey can also be given when required.
Q. Does Cinsat 25 Tablet cause Parkinson’s disease?
Cinsat 25 Tablet can aggravate motor function in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Use of Cinsat 25 Tablet should be avoided in these patients. Although, this effect is reversible but may last for several days. It may also induce a parkinsonian syndrome in relatively old patients and therefore should be used with caution.
Q. What are the symptoms of an overdose of Cinsat 25 Tablet?
An overdose of Cinsat 25 Tablet can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, upset tummy, tremors, uncontrollable muscle spasms, muscle weakness or reduced muscle strength, drowsiness, or reduced consciousness. Young children may also experience seizures. If you accidentally take too many tablets or if a young child takes this medicine by accident, inform your doctor and seek immediate medical help.
Q. Can Cinsat 25 Tablet be taken long term?
No, Cinsat 25 Tablet should not be taken for long term due to its potential side effects. It is mainly used for long term in older patients associated with vertigo. Using it without the doctor's supervision can put them at an unacceptable risk of extrapyramidal adverse effects. Such side effects may include Parkinsonism, which may be irreversible.
Q. How should I take Cinsat 25 Tablet?
The dosage and duration of this medication should be taken as advised by the doctor. Cinsat 25 Tablet is meant for oral use and should preferably be taken after meals. The tablets may be sucked, chewed, or swallowed as a whole with water.
Q. Does Cinsat 25 Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Cinsat 25 Tablet may cause weight gain as a common side effect. Consult your doctor for any weight-related concerns.