Flupixa 100mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Flupixa 100mg Capsule is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat acute and chronic pain associated with various conditions such as muscle pain, headache, nerve pain, postoperative pain, and menstrual cramps. It is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
Flupixa 100mg Capsule is used to treat short and severe pain and also to reduce muscle stiffness.
Flupixa 100mg Capsule is used to treat short and severe pain and also to reduce muscle stiffness.
Uses of Flupixa Capsule
Benefits of Flupixa Capsule
In Pain relief
Flupixa 100mg Capsule helps relieve moderate to severe pain in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like muscle pain, headache, nerve pain, postoperative pain, and menstrual cramps. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This medicine helps one go about their daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Flupixa Capsule
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 Flupixa
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Tremors
- Heartburn
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
- Depression
- Headache
- Abdominal discomfort
- Sleep disturbance
- Increased sweating
- Restlessness
- Nervousness
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
How to use Flupixa Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Flupixa 100mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Flupixa 100mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flupixa 100mg Capsule 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 Flupixa 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Flupixa 100mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Flupixa 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flupixa 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Flupixa 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flupixa 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Flupixa 100mg Capsule is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
- Inform your doctor before starting Flupixa 100mg Capsule if
- You have an underlying liver disease
- You take alcohol regularly
- You are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding
- Get your liver function tests done before starting Flupixa 100mg Capsule and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
- Stop taking Flupixa 100mg Capsule and immediately inform your doctor if you get any symptoms of liver disease like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or yellow colored urine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyridine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Selective neuronal potassium channel openers (SNEPCO)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Flupixa 100mg Capsule beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?
Yes, Flupixa 100mg Capsule is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Flupixa 100mg Capsule is yet to get formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is a disease that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.
What is the benefit of using Flupixa 100mg Capsule with paracetamol?
Both Flupixa 100mg Capsule and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Flupixa 100mg Capsule, pain relief is better as compared to single drug use. However, both can cause liver toxicity, so monitoring of liver function is very important when taken together.
Does Flupixa 100mg Capsule cause liver toxicity?
Yes, Flupixa 100mg Capsule causes liver toxicity. Use of Flupixa 100mg Capsule is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.
Can Flupixa 100mg Capsule be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?
Flupixa 100mg Capsule can be used for the relief of pain associated with osteorthritis and post orthopedic surgery pain. It is especially useful for patients who cannot take NSAIDs because of the risk of NSAID-induced gastritis.
Does use of Flupixa 100mg Capsule cause green discoloration of urine?
There have been case reports that Flupixa 100mg Capsule causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.
Is Flupixa 100mg Capsule useful in the treatment of epilpesy?
Flupixa 100mg Capsule is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Flupixa 100mg Capsule for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.
Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Flupixa 100mg Capsule?
Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Flupixa 100mg Capsule like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Flupixa 100mg Capsule. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.
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Marketer details
Name: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India
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