Stugeron Forte Capsule 75mg

About Stugeron Forte Capsule 75mg

Stugeron Forte Capsule 75mg Uses

• Vertigo and dizziness
• Meniere's disease symptoms
• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
• Nausea and vomiting linked to inner ear problems
• Motion sickness prevention
• Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) management

Stugeron Forte Capsule 75mg Benefits

• Reduces the frequency and severity of vertigo episodes
• Improves blood flow to the inner ear and brain
• Eases nausea during long travel by road, air or sea
• Once daily dosing improves adherence for chronic vertigo patients

What Experts Say

Cinnarizine works as a selective calcium channel blocker in the vestibular system, reducing the excitability of hair cells inside the inner ear and dampening abnormal nerve signals. This mechanism explains why doctors across Pakistan prefer it for vertigo linked to disturbed calcium influx rather than simple motion related nausea alone.

Physicians recommend a conservative starting dose in older adults because cinnarizine crosses the blood brain barrier and can cause sedation, drowsiness or parkinsonian symptoms with prolonged use. Dose adjustment is common in patients already on multiple central nervous system depressants, since the combined sedative load raises fall risk in elderly patients.

Regular review after four to six weeks helps clinicians confirm whether ongoing therapy is still needed, since tolerance and mild depressive symptoms can develop with continuous use. Physicians often reassess the underlying vestibular diagnosis before renewing the prescription, particularly when symptoms persist beyond the expected treatment window.

Drug Class

• Antihistamine
• Calcium Channel Blocker
• Antivertigo Agent

Stugeron Forte Capsule 75mg formula

• Cinnarizine

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Stugeron Forte Capsule 75mg?

• Adults: Take one capsule (75mg) once daily, preferably in the evening
• For motion sickness, take one capsule 2 hours before travel
• Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water
• Take with food if stomach upset occurs
• Do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor

Drug Interactions

• CNS Depressants: Combining with sedatives or sleeping pills increases drowsiness
• Alcohol: Increases sedative effect and impairs coordination
• Antipsychotics: May increase the risk of extrapyramidal side effects
• Antihypertensive Drugs: May enhance the blood pressure lowering effect
• CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Drugs like ketoconazole and erythromycin may raise cinnarizine levels in blood

Risks and warnings

• Elderly Use: Use with caution in patients over 60 years due to higher risk of sedation and movement disorders
• Driving and Machinery: Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medicine affects you
• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol as it increases drowsiness
• Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed and advised by a doctor
• Parkinson's Disease: Use with caution as cinnarizine may worsen extrapyramidal symptoms
• Liver Impairment: Dose adjustment may be required in patients with liver disease

Stugeron Forte Capsule 75mg Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Weight gain
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Loss of libido
• Skin rashes and hives
• Hot flashes
• Skin itching
• Galactorrhoea (unusual milk production)
• Breast enlargement in men
• Breast pain in women
• Irregular menstruation
• Tremors in elderly patients with long term use

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Store in the original blister pack until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack