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Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Cinnarizine
- Manufactured by : Janssen/Aspin
- Drug Strength : 25 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10x5s
- Product SKU : pu_pg_21814_30199
Stugeron tablet contains Cinnarizine | belongs to Piperazine derivative
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How it works
Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s inhibits contractions of vascular smooth muscle cells by blocking L-type and T-type voltage gated calcium channels
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s
- Drowsiness
- Weight gain
- Indigestion
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Stomach discomfort and pain
- Excessive sweating
- Unusual tiredness and weakness severe
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Twitching and unusual movement of muscles severe
- Yellowing of skin and eyes severe
- Excessive salivation severe
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
- Depressed mood
- Muscle stiffness and trembling severe
Uses of Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Motion sickness
This medicine is used to prevent and treat sickness and dizziness associated with motion sickness
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Vertigo and vestibular disorders
This medicine is used to treat vertigo and other symptoms caused by balance and movement problems such as sickness, vomiting, ringing of ears. It is also used to treat similar symptoms of Meniere's disease.
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Heart and blood vessel disorder
This medicine is also sometimes used to treat blood circulation disorders caused due to narrowing of vessels.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within an hour of oral administration.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for 6-8 hours in most cases.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Avoid or limit the uptake of alcohol while using this medicine. It is advised to refrain from driving a vehicle or operating a heavy machinery while taking this medicine.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use by a breastfeeding woman unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine. It is advised to discontinue breastfeeding while the medicine is being taken.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s or any other component present along with it.
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Depression
This medicine is not recommended for use if you suffer from depression or any other depressive disorders.
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Porphyria
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a rare genetic condition affecting the blood and the skin.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use by a breastfeeding woman unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine. It is advised to discontinue breastfeeding while the medicine is being taken.
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Depression
Use of this medicine may cause lack of interest, low mood, sleep disturbances in some patients. It should be administered with caution in patients with an active/past instance of depression.
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Drowsiness
Use of this medicine may cause drowsiness and sleepiness in some patients. It is advised to not perform any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness while taking this medicine.
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Liver/kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in a patient having a liver disease or impairment of normal liver/kidney function.
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Glaucoma
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having glaucoma. Report any instance of disturbance in vision, pain or dryness of eyes to the doctor immediately.
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Pediatric use
This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 5 years of age.
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Use in elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly as the risk of adverse effects are significantly high.
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Fall in blood pressure
Use of high doses of this medicine may cause a fall in blood pressure and hence should be used with caution in patients suffering from hypotension.
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Galactose intolerance
This medicine should not be used if you suffer from a genetic disorder causing intolerance to galactose or other sugars.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose may include drowsiness, tiredness, increased heart rate, mild agitation etc.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Amitriptyline moderate
- Tramadol moderate
- Chlorpromazine moderate
- Diazepam moderate
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from Parkinson's disease. It should be used only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved with use.
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a genetic disorder of the blood and skin (Porphyria). The risk of adverse effects are significantly high and hence your doctor may suggest a suitable alternative.
General Instructions
Take Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s as instructed by the doctor. This medicine can be taken after food. Take this medicine 2 hours prior to starting the travel. Do not take more than the recommended dose of this medicine.
Other details
- To be taken after food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- nhs.uk - cinnarizine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/cinnarizine/ [cited 15/7/2020]. 2019
- drugbank.ca - cinnarizine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00568#:~:text=Cinnarizine%20inhibits%20contractions%20of%20vascular,receptors%2C%20and%20muscarinic%20acetylcholine%20receptors. [cited 15/7/2020].
What happens if I miss a dose of Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s?
Adults: Cerebral circulatory disorders: 25 mg every 8 hr.
Peripheral circulatory disorders: 50-75 mg every 8 hr.
Motion sickness: 25 mg half an hr before travelling to be repeated after every 8 hr.
Children: Relief of symptoms of vestibular disorders: 5-12 yr, 15 mg 3 times daily; 12-18 yr, 30 mg 3 times daily.
Motion sickness: 5-12 yr, 15 mg 2 hr before travel then 7.5 mg every 8 hr during journey if necessary; 12-18 yr, 30 mg 2 hr before travel then 15 mg every 8 hr during journey if necessary.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Stugeron tablet 25 mg 10×5’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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