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METAXALONE-400MG
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - FLE0025

FAQs

Flexura 400 Tablet 10's interacts with ibuprofen and may enhance side effects such as drowsiness. Always inform your doctor for the change of dose or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be needed.
Flexura 400 Tablet 10's may impair mental and/or physical abilities required for the performance of heavy tasks like operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle, especially when used with alcohol or other CNS depressants (sleeping pills or antianxiety pills).
The most common side effects related to Flexura 400 Tablet 10's include upset stomach, dizziness, sleepiness and dryness in the mouth. However, these effects are not seen in all patients. If you are concerned about them or they do not go away, inform your doctor know.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Flexura 400 Tablet 10's as it may increase drowsiness and other side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Avoid taking Flexura 400 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Flexura 400 Tablet 10's passes into the breastmilk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while taking Flexura 400 Tablet 10's. Consult your doctor before taking Flexura 400 Tablet 10's; your doctor will decide whether Flexura 400 Tablet 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Flexura 400 Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

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Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be used in liver patients as it is contraindicated in liver patients. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

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Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be used in kidney patients as it is contraindicated in kidney patients. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

About Flexura 400 Tablet 10's

Flexura 400 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of medications called muscle relaxants. It is primarily used to treat painful spasms of the skeletal muscles. Muscle spasm is the sudden uncontrolled contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the movement of muscles are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms.

Flexura 400 Tablet 10's contains metaxalone which is a muscle relaxant. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's works by blocking the nerve impulses and pain sensations in the brain, thereby help in maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's helps in relieving pain and movement due to muscle spasms.

Take Flexura 400 Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Flexura 400 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience dizziness, sleepiness, upset stomach, and dryness in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Flexura 400 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be taken in the conditions like liver disease and kidney disease. Before taking Flexura 400 Tablet 10's inform your doctor if you are allergic to Flexura 400 Tablet 10's and any other ingredients present in this. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be given to children under 12 years as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Flexura 400 Tablet 10's as it could lead to an increased risk of side effects.

Uses of Flexura 400 Tablet 10's

Pain and difficulty in movement due to muscle spasm.

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Medicinal Benefits

Flexura 400 Tablet 10's contains metaxalone which is a muscle relaxant, is used with physical therapy, rest, and other actions to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort produced by sprains, strains, and other muscle injuries. It is used to treat painful spasms of the skeletal muscles. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's works on the centers in the spinal cord and brain to relieve spasm or muscle stiffness without a decrease in strength. Therefore, help in maintaining muscle strength and relieves muscle spasms or stiffness. This improves movement and pain of muscles.

Directions for Use

Take Flexura 400 Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Flexura 400 Tablet 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Stomach upset

Drug Warnings

Do not take Flexura 400 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to Flexura 400 Tablet 10's and any part of Flexura 400 Tablet 10's. Before taking Flexura 400 Tablet 10's inform your doctor if you ever had liver disease, kidney disease, and fits. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be taken if you have a blood disorder (anemia). Inform your doctor about which glucose tests are best to use if you have high blood sugar (diabetes). Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be taken more than what your doctor expressed you to take. Taking more than you are told may increase your chance of very bad side effects. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Flexura 400 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Flexura 400 Tablet 10's should be taken with care in more than 65 years of patients as it can lead to more side effects. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetaxaloneLeflunomide
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • TRAMADOL
  • PENTAZOCIN
  • PARACETAMOL
  • DULOXETINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • SERTRALINE
  • DEXTROMETHORPHAN
  • CHLORPHENIRAMINE

Habit Forming

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
  • Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice pack or hot pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.

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