Introduction

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Uses of Artigo

Vertigo

Side effects of Artigo

Drowsiness
Headache
Stomach pain
Dryness in mouth

How to use Artigo

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Artigo is to be taken with food.

How Artigo works

Artigo is a combination of two medicines: Cinnarizine and Dimenhydrinate. Cinnarizine is a calcium channel antagonist which works by preventing constriction of the blood vessels of the inner ear. This improves the microcirculation of the ear. Dimenhydrinate is an antiallergic. It blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) that is responsible for light-headedness in vertigo.

Quick Tips

Artigo helps relieve symptoms of vertigo such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensation.
Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking Artigo without talking to your doctor first.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Artigo may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Artigo may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Artigo during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Driving: Artigo may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Artigo in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Artigo in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.