Domperidone+flunarizine
About Domperidone+flunarizine
Domperidone+flunarizine is a combination medication used to treat migraine. A migraine is a severe headache, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. It usually affects one side of the head and can last for hours or days. Migraines are caused by changes in brain chemicals, blood vessels, and nerves.
Domperidone+flunarizine is a combination medicine containing Domperidone and Flunarizine. Domperidone works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain and gastrointestinal tract, preventing the sensation of nausea and discomfort. Flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker that prevents blood vessel constriction in the head, hence reducing migraine headaches.
Take Domperidone+flunarizine as directed by your doctor. Some individuals may experience side effects such as weight gain, drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, or gastrointestinal disturbances. These effects are usually temporary and do not require medical attention. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor for guidance.
It is advisable not to take Domperidone+flunarizine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, make sure to consult your doctor before using Domperidone+flunarizine. Alcohol should be avoided while taking Domperidone+flunarizine, as it can worsen side effects. If you have a history of heart, kidney or liver disease, inform your doctor before taking this medication.
Uses of Domperidone+flunarizine
Medicinal Benefits
Domperidone+flunarizine provides effective migraine relief, reduces nausea and vomiting associated with migraine, and prevents migraine recurrence. It is a combination of Domperidone and flunarizine. Domperidone helps reduce nausea and vomiting and improves gastrointestinal motility. Flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker that prevents blood vessel narrowing in the head. Thereby, Domperidone+flunarizine helps treat migraine.
Directions for Use
- Domperidone+flunarizine can be taken with or without food or as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Swallow Domperidone+flunarizine as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Storage
Side Effects of Domperidone+flunarizine
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Domperidone+flunarizine or any other medications. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor for advice. Since Domperidone+flunarizine may cause dizziness, drive only if you feel alert. Before using Domperidone+flunarizine, inform your doctor if you have a history of heart, kidney, or liver disorders, gastrointestinal problems, neurological disorders, or prolactin-secreting tumours. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medications.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform the doctor if you are taking medicines used to treat heart problems (amiodarone, amlodipine, diltiazem, verapamil), antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin, moxifloxacin), antacid (cisapride), antiemetic (dolasetron), anticancer (toremifene, vandetanib, vincamine, abiraterone), antifungal (ketoconazole, fluconazole), or anti-epileptics (carbamazepine).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart, kidney, or liver disorders, gastrointestinal problems, or neurological disorders.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorIt is not known if alcohol affects Domperidone+flunarizine. Please consult the doctor.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before taking Domperidone+flunarizine if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorThere is limited information on how Domperidone+flunarizine affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking Domperidone+flunarizine if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
cautionDomperidone+flunarizine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Domperidone+flunarizine.
Liver
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before using Domperidone+flunarizine if you suffer from liver disease.
Kidney
cautionTake Domperidone+flunarizine with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dosage accordingly.
Children
consult your doctorIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Domperidone+flunarizine for children, please consult a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Consume a well-balanced diet high in magnesium and vitamin B2, which may help minimize migraine frequency.
- Relaxation practices like deep breathing, meditation, or yoga can reduce tension, a major migraine cause.
- Limit coffee and alcohol use as these can worsen migraines.
- Ensure proper sleep to prevent migraine episodes.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Migraine: Migraine is a neurological disorder that causes intense throbbing or pulsing pain, typically on one side of the head. The pain may also spread to the eyes, face, and neck. Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, difficulty speaking, numbness or tingling, and heightened sensitivity to light and sound. Migraine attacks can last from hours to days, and the severity of the pain and symptoms can significantly disrupt daily activities.
FAQs
Domperidone+flunarizine is used for the treatment of migraine headaches.
Domperidone+flunarizine contains Domperidone, which helps reduce nausea and vomiting associated with migraine, and Flunarizine, which prevents and reduces the frequency of migraines by blocking calcium channels in the brain.
To prevent interactions, inform your doctor if you are taking other medications for migraine. Your doctor will advise you on safe combinations.
Do not stop taking Domperidone+flunarizine without consulting your doctor, as it may reduce the medication’s effectiveness. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Domperidone+flunarizine for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. If you experience any difficulty taking Domperidone+flunarizine, do not hesitate to speak with your doctor.
The side effects of Domperidone+flunarizine include drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, and muscle pain. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects continue or worsen.
