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Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet


Introduction of Bakflex-A Tablet

Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasms. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.

Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet1 and Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet2, which relieves pain and relaxes the muscles.

Uses of Bakflex-A Tablet

  • Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm

Benefits of Bakflex-A Tablet

In Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm

Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is a combination medicine that contains a painkiller as well as a muscle relaxant. It is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect muscles. Also, it effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for a longer duration than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Bakflex-A Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bakflex-A

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Heartburn
  • Stomach pain/epigastric pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhea

How to use Bakflex-A Tablet

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. Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while the patient is taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Bakflex-A Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Bakflex-A Tablet

  • Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet helps relieve pain and muscle spasm that may occur due to strains, sprains, and muscle injuries.
  • It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.

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Neck pain when I move my neck a bit. I think it's due to exercise and gyming .
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Physiotherapy
It might be muscle soreness or muscle spasm due to improper Posture or overuse of musclesConsult a Physiotherapist in your area
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He can take till he is getting benefit from it
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FAQs

Bakflex-A Tablet

What is Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet?

Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Aceclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. This medication helps in relieving muscle pain. It relaxes the muscles by acting on the central nervous system and lowering chemical substance in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

Is it safe to use Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet?

Yes, Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some common unwanted side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhoea and other uncommon and rare side effects. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.

Can the Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet be stopped when my pain is relieved?

Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when the pain is relieved. However, Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet should be continued if your doctor has advised you to do so.

Can the use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet?

The use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to painkillers or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcer or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.

Can Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet be taken with Vitamin B-complex?

Yes, Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet can be taken with Vitamin B-complex preparations. While Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex can help to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.

Can the use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet cause damage to kidneys?

Yes, the long-term use of Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protects them from damage. Use of painkillers lower the levels of prostaglandins in the body which leads to kidney damage on long-term use. Use of painkillers is not recommended in patients with underlying kidney disease.

Will Bakflex-A 100mg/8mg Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

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References

  1. Patient. Aceclofenac tablets for pain and inflammation. [Accessed 31 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. European Medicine Agency. Thiocolchicoside; 2014. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Drugs.com. Thiocolchicoside. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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