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Cinnarizine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Cinnarizine Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Cinnarizine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Cinnarizine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Cinnarizine
Pronunciation : cin-nar-I-zine
ICD Code : Y43.0 Therapeutic Classification : Antihistamines

Brand Names or Trade Names of Cinnarizine

India :

International :


Antigeron, Arlevert , Avidazine, Cerebral, Cerepar, Cinadil, Cinaren, Cinarin, Cinarizin, Cinarizina MK, Cinarizinã, Cinazyn, Cinedil, Cinnageron, Cinnarizina, Cinnarizine Katwijk, Cisaken, Cysten, Diclamina, Fabracin, Folcodal, Inarzin, Medozine, Merron, Nariz, Negaron, Oblant, Perifas, Pyme Cinazin,Sandoz Cinnarizine, Stugeron, Stunarone

Why is Cinnarizine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antihistamine, prescribed for the control of nausea and vomiting due to motion sickness. It is also used for vertigo and brain disorder.  It blocks the histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

When should Cinnarizine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with Parkinson's disease, newborns, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Cinnarizine?

Adults: The recommended dose is 25 to 75mg per day in divided doses.

How should Cinnarizine be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Cinnarizine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of low blood pressure, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Cinnarizine?

Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, headache, GI upset, unsteadiness, headache, depression dizziness and incoordination.
Skin - Rash.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, loss of appetite or increased appetite and stomach pain.
Miscellaneous - Weight gain, perspiration or allergic reactions and urinary difficulty or retention.

What are the other precautions for Cinnarizine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Cinnarizine?

Store it at room temperature (25°C).

Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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