Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

Composition of Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

Sibelium 5 mg Tablet contains Flunarizine (5mg). It belongs to the Central nervous system agent class of medicines.

Uses of Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

Migraine

Key benefits

• In Migraine Sibelium 5mg Tablet is used to reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. It helps improve daily functioning by preventing recurring headaches
• allowing better control over migraine-related discomfort and disruptions.

How Sibelium 5 mg Tablet works

Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilation of blood vessels in the head. Sibelium 5mg Tablet works by preventing loss of tone and dilation of blood vessels, thus preventing the migraine headache.

How to take Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

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. Sibelium 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Sibelium 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, confusion and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Sibelium are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not stop this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor. This medicine causes drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you. Report any change in mood, sleep or behaviour.

Do not take Sibelium if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness.

How to store Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Sibelium 5 mg Tablet

Do not take Sibelium 5mg Tablet to treat an acute attack of migraine. Some tips that may help you avoid a migraine attack include having your meals at the same time every day; avoiding bright lights and extreme temperatures; avoiding loud music and noisy places; avoiding chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol, and smoking; and getting sufficient sleep and avoiding stress. Take Sibelium 5mg Tablet at nighttime before going to bed. It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Sibelium 5mg Tablet affects you. Notify your doctor if you develop a skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal, uncontrolled movement.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

JOHNSON & JOHNSON LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Central nervous system agent

Chemical class:

Diphenylmethanes