Migrabeta Plus Tablet

Migrabeta Plus Tablet is a drug called beta-blocker in combination with calcium antagonist. It is used to treat excessive migraine. This drug blocks the beta-adrenergic receptors in the brain, thus lowers the pressure in the brain. The capsule also lowers the stress placed on your brain, arteries, veins and blood vessels.

It is important to take this medication in a timely manner, and not to skip any dose. You must complete the course of this medication. Take exactly as directed; do not increase, decrease, or discontinue without consulting prescriber. Take at the same time each day. Do not alter dietary intake of protein or carbohydrates without consulting prescriber.

You may experience orthostatic hypotension, dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision (use caution when driving, climbing stairs, or changing position - rising from sitting or lying to standing - or engaging in tasks requiring alertness until response to drug is known); nausea, vomiting, or stomach discomfort (small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, chewing gum, or sucking lozenges may help); decreased sexual ability (reversible).

If diabetic, monitor serum glucose closely. Report unusual swelling of extremities, difficulty breathing, unresolved cough, or unusual weight gain, cold extremities, persistent diarrhea, confusion, hallucinations, headache, nervousness, lack of improvement, or worsening of the condition.

The drug works 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). Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before using this medicine.

• Migraine

• Allergy

• Severe Asthma And Breathing Problems

• Weight Gain

• Slow Heart Rate

• Tiredness

• Depression

• Drowsiness

• Cold Extremities

• Abnormal Dreams

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for about 9 hours of duration.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within an hour of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  Mild to moderate habit forming tendencies have been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not likely to be present in the breastmilk in alarming quantities. However, the risk of adverse effects on the nursing infant can not be ruled out and hence it is not recommended for use. You should consult your doctor and discuss the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is found to be unsafe to consume alcohol along with this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine affects the alertness of the patient. thus driving must be avoided while taking this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  This medicine is probably safe to be used in patients with kidney disease. Availability of limited data suggested that adjustment of dose is not required. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken while using this medicine in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Migrabeta Plus Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Migon Plus Tablet

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Mibeta Plus Tablet

  Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

• Mighop Plus 40Mg/10Mg Tablet

  Anax Lifescience

• Migitus 40mg/10mg Tablet

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Betacap Plus 10 Capsule

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Nigrain Forte Tablet

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Mnil Plus 40 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Pharmtak Ophtalmics India Pvt Ltd

• Migiplex 40Mg/10Mg Tablet

  Arinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Report any incidence of overdose to the doctor immediately.

The exact mechanism of action of this drug for all the indications is not established. However, this medicine non-selectively blocks beta receptors sites in the heart, blood vessels, lungs and other organs. Thus pressure is lowered and blood flow in the heart and other organs is improved. It also works by blocking the influx of calcium inside the cells. It also blocks certain other specific neurotransmitters and caused relaxation of blood vessels.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  The drug interacts with amlodipine, diltiazem, aminophylline, diclofenac, formoterol and epinephrine.

• Interaction with Disease

  Patients suffering from asthma, diabetes and heart disease should exercise caution.

• Interaction with Food

  Avoid natural licorice (causes sodium and water retention and increases potassium loss); protein-rich foods may increase bioavailability; a change in diet from high carbohydrate/low protein to low carbohydrate/high protein may result in increased oral clearance.

• Ques : What is Migrabeta Plus Tablet?

  Ans : Migrabeta tablet is a medication which has Flunarizine and Propranolol as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the action of histamine.

• Ques : What are the uses of Migrabeta Plus Tablet?

  Ans : Migrabeta is used for the treatment of migraine.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Migrabeta Plus Tablet?

  Ans : Dizziness, Diarrhea, Difficulty in breathing, Skin blistering, Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet, Irregular heartbeat, Weight gain, Hypotension, and Chest pain discomfort are possible side-effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Migrabeta Plus Tablet?

  Ans : Migrabeta Plus should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.