Product introduction
Provanol Plus 5 Tablet SR is a combination medicine commonly prescribed to help prevent migraine attacks. It works by regulating brain activity and enhancing blood circulation, which helps decrease the frequency, intensity, and severity of migraines.

This medication can be taken with or without meals, preferably at the same time each day to get the best results. The exact dose and duration depend on your health condition and how well you respond to the treatment. It is important to take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Along with medication, adopting a healthy lifestyle such as avoiding stress, quitting smoking, and staying away from processed foods can boost the effectiveness of the treatment.

Some commonly reported side effects include fatigue, drowsiness, low heart rate, weight gain, depression, and cold hands or feet. Since this medicine can mask symptoms of low blood sugar, regular monitoring of both blood pressure and blood sugar levels is advised, especially if you are diabetic.

Before starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you have any existing liver or kidney problems, a history of depression, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also important to discuss any other medicines you are taking as they might interact with Provanol Plus 5 Tablet SR.

People with breathing-related issues like asthma or bronchitis should use this medication with caution and under strict medical supervision. As weight gain is a possible side effect, maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise can help manage this concern.

Uses of Provanol Plus Tablet SR
Prevention of migraine

Benefits of Provanol Plus Tablet SR in migraine prevention
Provanol Plus 5 Tablet SR improves blood flow in the brain and helps prevent abnormal nerve activity that can trigger migraine headaches. It is highly effective for preventing migraine episodes but will not stop an attack that has already started. By reducing the occurrence and severity of migraine attacks, it allows you to perform your daily tasks more comfortably and improves overall quality of life.

Possible side effects
Most side effects are mild and tend to subside as your body gets used to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or cause concern.
Common side effects may include:

Weight gain
Low heart rate
Feeling tired
Depression
Sleepiness or drowsiness
Cold hands and feet

How to take Provanol Plus 5 Tablet SR
Take the medicine exactly as prescribed. Swallow the tablet whole with water, without crushing or chewing it. It can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time every day.

How it works
This tablet combines two active ingredients: propranolol and flunarizine. Propranolol is a beta-blocker that helps relax blood vessels and lower heart rate, while flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker that prevents abnormal nerve activity. Together, they stabilize nerve cells and increase the brain’s threshold for migraine triggers. Flunarizine also helps prevent cortical spreading depression, a process linked to migraine pain and inflammation.

Safety information

Alcohol: Avoid alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects.
Pregnancy: May not be safe during pregnancy. Your doctor will decide if the benefits outweigh potential risks.
Breastfeeding: Safety during breastfeeding is not well established. Consult your doctor before use.
Driving: Avoid driving if you feel dizzy, drowsy, or unable to concentrate.
Kidney problems: Use cautiously if you have kidney disease; dose adjustments may be necessary.
Liver problems: Patients with liver disease should use this medicine carefully under medical supervision, with regular monitoring of blood pressure.

Missed dose
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at once.