Betaflu
Composition for Betaflu Products
Betaflu Products are primarily used for
Prevention of migraine, MigraineProducts for Betaflu
Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹98.44
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About Betaflu Products
Betaflu Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Betaflu are Weight gain, Slow heart rate, Tiredness, Depression, Drowsiness, Abnormal dreams, Cold extremities.
How Betaflu Products work
Propranolol + Flunarizine is a combination of two medicines: Propranolol + Flunarizine1 and Propranolol + Flunarizine2, which prevents migraine. Propranolol + Flunarizine1 is a beta blocker and Propranolol + Flunarizine2 is a calcium channel blocker. They work by stabilizing the reactive nerve cells and increasing the threshold to migraine activation. They also inhibit cortical spreading depression (CSD- electric waves that move across the brain and cause pain and inflammation).
In Depth Information for Betaflu Products
- You have been prescribed Betaflu for prevention 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. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Betaflu affects you.
- keep taking it regularly every day, even if you don't have any symptoms.
Patient Concerns about Betaflu Products
Frequently asked questions about Betaflu Products
Q. In which conditions is the use of Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet contraindicated?
Use of Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with allergy to any of the ingredients or excipients of this medicine. This medicine contains propranolol, so its use should be avoided in patients with asthma, slow heart rate, abnormal heart rhythms, or heart conditions like AV block or sick sinus syndrome. Since this medicine also contains flunarizine, the use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with the history of depression or Parkinson's disease.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet?
Keep Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Can I stop taking Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet when my symptoms are improved?
Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet is given as a prophylactic treatment for the prevention of migraine headaches. Do not stop taking this medicine until advised by your doctor as it may cause your migraine episodes to return. This medicine contains propranolol and a sudden withdrawal of propranolol may cause sweating, shaking, irregular or fast heartbeat, worsening of underlying angina or heart attack. You must take Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet be used for the treatment of a migraine headache?
No, Betaflu 20mg/10mg Tablet does not help in relieving a migraine headache that has already started. It can only be used for preventing any new episode of migraine headaches.