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Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet

Flunarizine (10mg)
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Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet is a medicine used for the prevention of migraines. However, it cannot treat an acute attack and will only work to prevent migraines for as long as you continue to take the medicine. This medicine relaxes the brain, preventing migraine headaches.

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)
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Product introduction

Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include muscle pain, fatigue, constipation, nausea, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and runny nose. Some other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine are increased appetite, depression, stomach discomfort, and breast pain. It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you.

It may also cause weight gain and to prevent it you can eat a healthy balanced diet and should exercise regularly. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Biogran Forte Tablet

Benefits of Biogran Forte Tablet

Prevention of Migraine
Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet helps improve the flow of blood in your brain and prevents abnormal activity of muscles that triggers migraines. It is a very effective medicine for preventing migraine attacks, however, it does not treat an attack that has already started. By preventing and reducing the frequency migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.

Side effects of Biogran Forte Tablet

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
Common side effects of Biogran Forte
  • Sleepiness
  • Weight gain
  • Muscle pain
  • Fatigue
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Runny nose
  • Increased appetite
  • Depression
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Breast pain

How to use Biogran Forte 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. Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Biogran Forte Tablet works

Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the head. Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet works by preventing loss of tone and dilation of blood vessels, thus preventing the migraine headache.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet 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 Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet affects you.
  • Notify your doctor if you develop skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal uncontrolled movement.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE
Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, consult your doctor if have severe kidney disease.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker and is used to prevent migraine attacks. Migraine is a recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head and is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.
Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet can cause weight gain. It is caused by an increase in appetite (feeling hungry) and can be avoided by keeping to your usual diet. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet.
Biogran Forte 10mg Tablet works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Diphenylmethanes Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Calcium channel blocker- migraine prevention

References

  1. Katzung BG. Histamine, Serotonin, & the Ergot Alkaloids. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 283.
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Flunarizine [Package Leaflet]. County Cork, Ireland: Janssen Sciences Ireland UC; 2020. [Accessed 25 Jul. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Chemo Biological
Address: Chemo Biological, A-50, G. T. Karnal Road, Industrial Area, Near Azadpur Metro Station, Opposite Hans Cinema, Delhi - 110033, India

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Country of origin: India
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