Mighop Plus 40mg/10mg Tablet

Introduction to Mighop Plus 40mg/10mg Tablet

Ciplar Plus 40mg/10mg Tablet SR is used for preventing migraines. This medication aims to provide relief by stabilizing reactive nerve cells, increasing the threshold for migraine activation, and inhibiting cortical spreading depression (CSD), thus reducing migraine frequency and intensity.

This medication falls into the category of migraine preventive treatments. It combines Flunarizine and Propranolol to manage and prevent migraines effectively.

It stabilizes nerve cells, raising the threshold for migraine occurrence. It also inhibits cortical spreading depression (CSD), a process contributing to migraine-related pain and inflammation, thereby reducing migraine frequency and intensity.

Follow your doctor's guidance on taking this medicine with or without food. Maintaining a consistent daily time for intake is recommended for better results.

Common side effects may include weight gain, slow heart rate, tiredness, depression, drowsiness, and abnormal dreams.

Inform your doctor about all medications, particularly other migraine treatments. Monitor for signs of low blood pressure or slow heart rate and avoid abrupt cessation; gradual reduction under medical guidance is advised.

If it's nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed one Follow your doctor's instructions regarding missed doses.

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  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flunarizine https://jag.journalagent.com/ejm/pdfs/EJM_21_2_75_78.pdf

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