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Cinnarizine

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Stugeron

Cinnarizine - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Cinnarizine cause?

  • ​Feeling tired or drowsy 
    • Avoid driving or engaging in activities requiring concentration
  • Stomach upset 
  • Take this medication with or after food to reduce stomach upset 

Before taking Cinnarizine , what precautions must I follow?

Inform your healthcare professional if: 

  • You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication
  • You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding 
  • You are taking any other medications, including supplements, traditional medications and herbal remedies. 
  • Medical conditions such as Parkinson Disease, liver and renal disease, porphyria (rare inherited blood disorder)

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Cinnarizine ?

​Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication as it can increase drowsiness side effect 

Cinnarizine - Additional Information

​The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following: 

  • Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Itchy skin rashes over your whole body

If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately

  • Updated on 7/31/2022 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by Sengkang General Hospital Sengkang General Hospital
The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

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