Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Volzine 5mg Tablet
Description:
Volzine 5mg Tablet is a medicine used for the prevention of migraines. However, it cannot treat an acute attack and will only work to prevent migraines for as long as you continue to take the medicine. This medicine relaxes the brain, preventing migraine headaches.
Volzine 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include muscle pain, fatigue, constipation, nausea, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and runny nose. Some other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine are increased appetite, depression, stomach discomfort, and breast pain. It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you.
It may also cause weight gain and to prevent it you can eat a healthy balanced diet and should exercise regularly. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Volzine
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Muscle pain
- Chubbyigue
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Runny nose
- Increased appetite
- Depression
- Stomach discomfort
- Breast pain
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
Volzine 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Volzine 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Volzine 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Volzine 5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Volzine 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Volzine 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, consult your doctor if have severe kidney disease.
Volzine 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Volzine 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. Is Volzine 5mg Tablet safe?
Volzine 5mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
Q. What is Volzine 5mg Tablet used for?
Volzine 5mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker and is used to prevent migraine attacks. Migraine is a recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head and is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.
Q. Does Volzine 5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Volzine 5mg Tablet can cause weight gain. It is caused by an increase in appetite (feeling hungry) and can be avoided by keeping to your usual diet. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Volzine 5mg Tablet.
Q. Does Volzine 5mg Tablet work?
Volzine 5mg Tablet works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.