Sermion 30mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Sermion 30mg Tablet is used for the prevention and treatment of migraine attacks. It is also used to treat Raynaud's disease (a condition in which some areas of the body, like fingertips, turn white or blue when you are cold or stressed). It narrows the blood vessels thereby relieving the migraine headaches.
Sermion 30mg Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food preferably at night. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. In case you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly as it may result in worsening of headaches.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine includes fatigue, nausea, hot flushes, and muscle pain. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or prevent the side effects. Sermion 30mg Tablet may also cause dizziness, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you.
Uses of Sermion Tablet
Benefits of Sermion Tablet
In Treatment and prevention of Migraine
Sermion 30mg Tablet helps prevent migraines by changing the way that your nerves receive pain signals. By preventing and reducing the frequency of headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life.
Side effects of Sermion Tablet
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
Common side effects of Sermion
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Taste change
- Agitation
- Muscle pain
- Restlessness
- Hot flashes
- Sleep disturbance
- Dizziness
How to use Sermion Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sermion 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sermion Tablet works
Sermion 30mg Tablet works by constricting (narrowing) these blood vessels, thereby relieving the migraine headaches. Sermion 30mg Tablet decreases vascular resistance and increases arterial blood flow, improving the utilization of oxygen and glucose by the blood vessels as well as other areas of the body. It also prevents platelet aggregation which coagulates the blood excessively, giving rise to blood clots and interfering with the blood circulation. Additionally it has antioxidant properties that enhance healing in Raynaud’s disease.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sermion 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Sermion 30mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Sermion 30mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Sermion 30mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Sermion 30mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Sermion 30mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Sermion Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Sermion 30mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Sermion 30mg Tablet
₹39.9/Tablet
Nicerbium Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd
₹66.7/tablet
67% costlier
Cholergol Tablet
Inga Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹64.6/tablet
62% costlier
Nicer 30mg Tablet
Indian Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹59.1/tablet
48% costlier
Quick tips
- Sermion 30mg Tablet helps in the prevention and treatment of migraine headaches.
- Do not take it to treat an acute attack of migraine.
- Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
- Have your meals at the same time everyday
- Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
- Avoid loud music and noisy places
- Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
- Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress
- It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
- It may cause sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Sermion 30mg Tablet affects you.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly as it can cause worsening of headaches.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Ergot Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Ergot Derivatives
Interaction with drugs
Taking Sermion with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause gangrene of fingers and toes.
Do not consume Nicergoline with Erythromycin.
Concurrent use may cause gangrene of fingers and toes.
Do not consume Nicergoline with Erythromycin.
Concurrent use may cause gangrene of fingers and toes.
Do not consume Nicergoline with Clarithromycin.
Concurrent use may cause gangrene of fingers and toes.
Do not consume Nicergoline with Clarithromycin.
Concurrent use may cause gangrene of fingers and toes.
Do not consume Nicergoline with Erythromycin.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Sermion 30mg Tablet
Thrice A Day
40%
Once A Day
40%
Twice A Day
20%
What are you using Sermion Tablet for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Sermion 30mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Sermion Tablet?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Sermion 30mg Tablet on price
Average
100%
Related ayurvedic ingredients
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Europena Medical Agenecy. Nicergoline. [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- MIMS India. Nicergoline. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2023] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Pfizer Ltd
Address: The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, ‘G’ Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai – 400051.
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
326 people viewed this recently₹399
Inclusive of all taxes
MRP₹406.75 2% OFF
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
SOLD OUT
Notify me
