Stugeron 25Mg | 50Tab

Stugeron medication

Cinnarizine is an antihistamine and a calcium channel blocker. Its mechanism of action is as follows:

    It prevents the effect of histamine in the brain to reduce the feeling of dizziness, nausea, and the desire to vomit.

    It is involved in signal transmission between the vestibular system of the inner ear and the vomiting center located in the hypothalamus.

What are the uses of Stagiron?

Cinnarizine uses include:

    Meniere's disease treatment.

    Reducing symptoms of motion sickness or travel sickness, and inner ear problems, such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.

What are the contraindications of using Stagiron?

It is forbidden to use this medicine in case of allergy to any of its components.

What are the side effects of Stagiron?

This medicine may cause the following side effects:

    drowsiness.

    overweight.

    Indigestion.

What are the precautions for using Stagiron?

The following precautions should be taken when using Cinnarizine:

    This drug may affect the results of allergy tests, so you should consult your doctor before performing any test, because he may advise you to stop using it several days before the test.

    This medicine may cause drowsiness, especially at the beginning of treatment, so it is recommended that you refrain from driving or using heavy machinery while taking it.

    Cinnarizine should be used with caution and under medical supervision during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in case of suffering from:

        Liver diseases.

        Kidney disease.

        Parkinson's disease.

        glaucoma

        porphyria.

        Epilepsy.

What are the drug interactions for Stagiron?

You must tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medications and nutritional supplements you are taking before using this medication. It is also recommended not to concomitantly with alcohol, tricyclic antidepressants, and central nervous system depressants because they cause increased side effects of Cinnarizine.

What are the doses of Stagiron and methods of use?

The doctor determines the appropriate dose for each person according to his health condition, but in general the doses are as follows:

    Adults and children over 12 years: Take 2 tablets 3 times daily.

    Children under 12 years: Take 1 tablet 3 times daily.

    To prevent travel sickness:

This medicine is taken 2 hours before the flight, and the dose is repeated after 8 hours.