Flunarizine treatment of cerebral insufficiency of blood supply for how long is not clear, the specific time there are individual differences, there is no accurate time, 2 to 8 weeks for a course of treatment, but can not be taken for a long time.
Flunarizine can be used for cerebral blood supply insufficiency, vertebral artery ischemia, cerebral thrombosis; can also be used for migraine prevention, epilepsy auxiliary treatment. The time of taking the drug is affected by different degrees of illness, personal sensitivity to drugs, treatment timing and other factors, there are individual differences, it is recommended that 10-20mg per day, 2-8 weeks for a course of treatment.
However, the drug should not be taken for a long period of time to avoid extrapyramidal symptoms. It should also be noted that the most common side effects are drowsiness and fatigue; it is contraindicated in people who are allergic to the product and any of its components; it is contraindicated in patients with acute cerebral hemorrhagic disease; and it is contraindicated in patients with a history of depression, Parkinson’s disease, or other extrapyramidal disease symptoms.
Patients are advised to take the medication in strict accordance with the doctor’s instructions, do not blindly stop or change the dosage.