Flazen Tablet
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Product introduction
Flazen Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions, autoimmune conditions, and cancer.
Many modern health problems involve inflammation. When the immune system goes into action, inflammation can get out of control and cause damage or pain. Flazen Tablet is a chemical that can stop inflammation
Many modern health problems involve inflammation. When the immune system goes into action, inflammation can get out of control and cause damage or pain. Flazen Tablet is a chemical that can stop inflammation
Uses of Flazen Tablet
- Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
- Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
- Treatment of Cancer
Benefits of Flazen Tablet
In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Flazen Tablet gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.
In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Flazen Tablet gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.
In Treatment of Cancer
Flazen Tablet helps in the treatment of a variety of cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. It works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation around the site of cancer. It is used specifically to decrease swelling (edema), associated with tumors of the spine and brain. Moreover, it helps to treat or prevent allergic reactions in cancer patients.
Side effects of Flazen 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 Flazen
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Cushing syndrome
- Cough
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Abnormal hair growth
- Obesity
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How to use Flazen 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. Flazen Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Flazen Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
Avoid Flazen Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Flazen Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flazen 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
Flazen Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Flazen Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flazen Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Flazen Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flazen Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Flazen Tablet is recommended.
What if you forget to take Flazen Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Flazen 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.
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Quick tips
- Flazen Tablet helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Flazen Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
- Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Flazen Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Do not stop taking Flazen Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Flazen Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Flazen Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Flazen Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
What is Flazen Tablet used for?
Flazen Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.
How does Flazen Tablet work?
Flazen Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Is Flazen Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Flazen Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Flazen Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Is Flazen Tablet a painkiller?
No, Flazen Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Can I take Flazen Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Flazen Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
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Name: Zentis Drugs Pvt Ltd
Address: nanhera rd, kuldeep nagar, nanhera, ambala cantt, haryana 133004
Country of origin: India
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