Drug reference

cinnarizine

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Drug class

Respiratory (Anti Histamine)

Mechanism of action

Cinnarizine has anti-histaminic effect as it blocks H1 receptor competitively, also it inhibits contractions of vascular smooth muscle.

Common side effects

  • Feeling sleepy during the daytime
  • Indigestion
  • Sedation
  • Fatigue
  • Weight Gain

Related conditions

Frequently asked questions

What drug class is cinnarizine?

cinnarizine belongs to: Respiratory.

How does cinnarizine work?

Cinnarizine has anti-histaminic effect as it blocks H1 receptor competitively, also it inhibits contractions of vascular smooth muscle.

What are the common side effects of cinnarizine?

Feeling sleepy during the daytime, Indigestion, Sedation, Fatigue, Weight Gain

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