Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule SR

Short Description

Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule SR is a combination of two medicines that helps in preventing migraine.

Dosage Form

Capsule SR

Introduction

Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule 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. Few common side effects of this medicine include weight gain, slow heart rate, tiredness, depression, drowsiness, and cold extremities. It may cause sleepiness so try not to drive or do anything that requires mental focus or rise slowly while from sitting position. The drug has the ability to hide the symptoms of the blood sugar level, hence monitor your blood sugar level regularly as well as blood pressure while taking this medicine.

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. Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule SR.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule 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.

Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule 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 It should be taken at night-time before going to bed It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Pronxt 40mg/10mg Capsule SR affects you Keep taking it regularly every day, even if you don't have any symptoms