Cinnarizine 20mg + Domperidone 15mg

Cinnarizine 20mg + Domperidone 15mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is mainly used to treat vertigo and the nausea or vomiting that often comes along with it.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Vertigo (spinning or dizzy sensation)
• Nausea and vomiting linked with vertigo
• Motion sickness related dizziness
• Balance disorders due to inner ear problems

HOW IT WORKS

• Cinnarizine reduces the sensitivity of the inner ear balance system and improves blood flow, easing dizziness
• Domperidone blocks signals in the brain that trigger nausea and vomiting
• Together they control both the dizziness and the associated stomach upset

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for routine morning sickness in pregnancy
• Not a treatment for migraine headache itself, only associated nausea if advised by a doctor
• Not used for general stomach infections or food poisoning
• Not a painkiller and does not treat ear infections directly

How to Use Cinnarizine 20mg + Domperidone 15mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with water
• Can be taken with or after food to reduce stomach upset
• Do not increase the dose or take it for longer than advised
• Swallow tablets whole; do not crush unless your doctor says so

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Keep in the original packaging until ready to use

Cinnarizine 20mg + Domperidone 15mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Dry mouth
• Mild headache
• Weight gain with long-term use

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Skin rash or itching
• Stomach discomfort
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Breast tenderness or unusual milk production

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
• Fainting or severe dizziness
• Difficulty breathing or swelling of face, lips, throat
• Uncontrolled muscle movements or stiffness
• Severe allergic reaction (hives, swelling)

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Cinnarizine 20mg + Domperidone 15mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription medicine in India and should only be used under a doctor's guidance.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to cinnarizine, domperidone or any ingredient in this medicine
• Have a known heart rhythm problem
• Have a tumour of the pituitary gland (prolactinoma)
• Have moderate to severe liver disease

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any heart condition
• Have kidney or liver disease
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are elderly, as side effects may be more noticeable
• Have Parkinson's disease or other movement disorders

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other medicines that affect heart rhythm
• Antifungal or antibiotic medicines like ketoconazole, erythromycin
• Medicines for Parkinson's disease
• Other sedatives or drugs causing drowsiness
• Alcohol, which can increase drowsiness

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

It may cause drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

Is this medicine safe during pregnancy?

It should only be used in pregnancy if clearly needed and advised by your doctor.

How long does it take to work?

• Many people feel relief from dizziness and nausea within a few hours, but full benefit may take a few days of regular use.
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