Pizotifen
Information about Pizotifen
Pizotifen uses
Pizotifen is used to prevent migraine.
How pizotifen works
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the head. Pizotifen is a serotonin antagonist. It works by maintaining the level of serotonin (chemical messenger) in the brain and also prevents loss of tone and dilation of blood vessels, thus preventing the migraine headache.
Common side effects of pizotifen
Dryness in mouth, Increased appetite, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Hypersensitivity, Increase in body weight, Constipation, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Seizure, Urticaria, Rash, Muscle pain, Joint pain, Facial swelling, Depression, CNS stimulation, Anxiety, Hallucination, Sleep disorder, Increased liver enzymes, Jaundice, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Muscle cramp
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Expert advice for Pizotifen
- You have been prescribed Pizotifen for the 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 every day
- 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 Pizotifen affects you.
- You may experience weight gain while on treatment. Monitoring of body weight is required on a regular basis.
- Notify your doctor if you develop skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal uncontrolled movement.
Frequently asked questions for Pizotifen
Pizotifen
Q. Does Pizotifen cause weight gain?
Yes, Pizotifen causes weight gain. This is because of an increase in appetite. If there is an increase in hunger than usual, you can include fresh low-calorie foods in your diet. These are much healthier than processed high-calorie foods. Your doctor can give you advice about diet as some kind of foods are known to trigger migraine.
Q. Does Pizotifen cause dry mouth?
Yes, it may cause dry mouth because it has anti-cholinergic side effects, though these effects are relatively weak.
Q. Can Pizotifen affect blood pressure?
No, Pizotifen does not affect the blood pressure. However, if more than the recommended dose of Pizotifen is taken, low blood pressure may occur.