Masnol Plus 5 Tablet SR

Short Description

Masnol Plus 5 Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines that helps in preventing migraine. This medicine is not used for treatment of acute migraine attack.

Dosage Form

Tablet SR

Introduction

Masnol Plus 5 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. Masnol Plus 5 Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

Few common side effects of this medicine include weight gain, slow heart rate, tiredness, depression, drowsiness, and cold extremities.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Masnol Plus 5 Tablet SR.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Masnol Plus 5 Tablet SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Masnol Plus 5 Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Masnol Plus 5 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).

You have been prescribed Masnol Plus 5 Tablet SR 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 Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress Keep taking it regularly every day, even if you don't have any symptoms.