Nimodipine tablets are useful in preventing the onset of certain headaches, such as migraines. However, headache is a symptom with more triggering causes, so the drug should not be used blindly without authorization.
Nimodipine tablets are therapeutic drugs for cerebral vasospasm after subarachnoid space hemorrhage of various causes, and improvement of blood circulation during the recovery period of acute cerebrovascular disease. The drug for migraine types of vascular, tension and cluster, as well as mixed headaches, are able to reduce the level of pain, reduce the frequency and duration of attacks, and prevent the appearance of aura symptoms.
However, it is important to be aware of its adverse effects; the most common adverse effects of the drug include decreased blood pressure, gastrointestinal bleeding, skin tingling, hepatitis, and thrombocytopenia. Occasional transient dizziness and headache, gastrointestinal discomfort, and vomiting may also be seen.
In addition, it is also necessary to pay attention to some precautions for the use of nimodipine tablets, such as patients with increased intracranial pressure and cerebral edema, should be used with caution. Due to the toxicity of its metabolites, it should also be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment.
Nimodipine tablets need to be used in strict compliance with medical advice. Headache patients should consult a doctor in time, under the guidance of the doctor reasonable treatment, not blindly use their own medicine.