Sibelium
Utilised to manage cerebral blood flow to alleviate migraine frequency and support physical balance.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Flunarizine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg · 10mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Sibelium, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Sibelium vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Sibelium details
- Conditions
- Migraine Prophylaxis · Vestibular Vertigo
- Alternative names
- flunarizine
- Therapeutic class
- Non-Selective Calcium Channel Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Cerebral Vasodilator
- Known off-label uses
- epilepsy adjunct
- Contraindications
- depression; parkinson's disease; uncontrolled extrapyramidal disorders
- Minor side effects
- drowsiness; increased appetite; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- weight gain; fatigue; dry mouth
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Janssen
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; CNS Depressants; Oral Contraceptives
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Serious side effects
extrapyramidal symptoms, requires immediate medical attention; severe depressive episodes, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
utilised to manage cerebral blood flow to alleviate migraine frequency and support physical balance.
Mechanism of action
Blocks transmembrane calcium influx in central smooth muscle cells, preventing arterial spasm and sensory hyperarousal.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Safety not verified. Avoid in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
What you will receive
Sibelium is the originator brand name, made by Janssen. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Janssen.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Flunarizine is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.