Stugeron Forte Specification
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Cinnarizine
Used For
Vertigo
How it works
Cinnarizine blocks the receptors in the vomiting centre, preventing it from receiving nerve messages from the vestibular apparatus. This helps to reduce symptoms such as nausea, vomiting dizziness and vertigo.
Stugeron Forte Usage And Safety
Dosage
Cinnarizine
Side Effects
GI upset , drowsiness , rarely headache , dry mouth , sweating , allergic reactions.
Drug Interactions
Alcohol, CNS depressants, or tricyclic antidepressants.
Indication
Disorders of balance: • Maintenance therapy for symptoms of labyrinthine disorders, including vertigo, dizziness, Tinnitus, nystagmus, nausea and vomiting • Prophylaxis of motion sickness • Prophylaxis of migraine
When not to Use
It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug.
Stugeron Forte Precautions
Precaution
Since somnolence may occur, especially at the start of treatment, caution should be taken during activities such as driving or operating machinery.
Stugeron Forte Warnings
Warning 1
Cinnarizine is contraindicated in liver or kidney disorders and porphyria.
Warning 2
As with other antihistamines, cinnarizine may cause epigastric discomfort; taking it after meals may diminish gastric irritation.
Warning 3
Cinnarizine may cause drowsiness, especially at the start of treatment; patients affected in this way should not drive or operate machinery.
Stugeron Forte Additional Information
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
