Trustcare Pharmaceuticals
Propranolol (40mg) + Flunarizine (10mg)
Grain OX Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines that helps in preventing migraine.
Tablet SR
Grain OX Tablet SR should be taken on empty stomach but try to have it same time regularly at a fixed time preferably at night. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Lifestyle modifications like avoiding stress, smoking, and processed food items may help this medicine work better.
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. Grain OX Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.
Grain OX Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Propranolol and Flunarizine which prevents migraine. Propranolol is a beta blocker and Flunarizine 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).
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
Grain OX Tablet SR is contraindicated in patients with an allergy to any of its ingredients or excipients. It contains propranolol, making its use contraindicated in individuals with asthma, bradycardia (slow heart rate), abnormal heart rhythms, or heart conditions such as AV block or sick sinus syndrome. Additionally, flunarizine in the medication can be harmful for patients with a history of depression or Parkinson's disease.
Store Grain OX Tablet SR in its original packaging, tightly closed. Adhere to the storage directions provided on the product packaging. Do not consume any unused medication. Ensure it is inaccessible to pets, children, and other individuals.
Grain OX Tablet SR is prescribed for the prevention of migraine headaches. It should not be discontinued prematurely unless advised by your healthcare provider as discontinuation may lead to the recurrence of migraines. Additionally, abrupt withdrawal of propranolol can result in sweating, shaking, irregular or fast heartbeat, worsening of underlying angina or a possible heart attack. It is imperative that you follow the prescribed dosage and schedule provided by your doctor.
No, Grain OX Tablet SR does not alleviate a migraine headache that has already started. It is specifically intended to prevent new episodes of migraines.