Sibelium
Utilized to alleviate migraine symptoms by blocking calcium influx.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Flunarizine
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5 · 10mg
Sibelium details
- Condition
- Migraine Prophylaxis
- Therapeutic class
- Calcium channel blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Calcium channel blocker
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to flunarizine; history of depression; parkinsonian symptoms
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause drowsiness; may cause weight gain
- Minor side effects
- fatigue; drowsiness; weight gain
- Moderate side effects
- insomnia; depression
- Serious side effects
- extrapyramidal symptoms, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- utilized to alleviate migraine symptoms by blocking calcium influx.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Onset Time
- 4–8 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from moisture.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; sedatives
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Mechanism of action
Flunarizine prevents the contraction of vascular smooth muscle, reducing the frequency and severity of recurring migraine headaches by stabilizing cell membranes and preventing cerebral vasospasm.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Sibelium
Sibelium is a brand of Flunarizine, a medication used for migraine prophylaxis. It is available as a tablet in strengths of 5mg and 10mg. By helping reduce the frequency of headache attacks, this medication is a common choice for patients seeking ongoing management of their migraine symptoms.
Buying Sibelium online
Sibelium is registered across 13 markets including Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia, with availability also in the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan. Generic Flunarizine is often more affordable than the original brand, making effective migraine management more accessible for expats and residents across the region. As one of the more frequently ordered medications through our service, it can be purchased online with delivery throughout these locations.