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Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS

Composition :

FLUPIRTINE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Human Biolife India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[ANALGESICS]

Country of origin

India
Other Info - FL31224

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Flupinex 10mg Capsule to avoid unpleasant side-effects of this medicine.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Flupinex 10mg Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as safety and efficacy of Flupinex 10mg Capsule is not established. However, your doctor may prescribe Flupinex 10mg Capsule for you during pregnancy if he/she feels the benefit to you outweighs the risk.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

While Flupinex 10mg Capsule may pass in the breast milk of lactating mother so, it is advisable to take it only if prescribed by your doctor.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

In some cases, Flupinex 10mg Capsule may cause dizziness and drowsiness. So if you observe such symptoms immediately stop the intake of Flupinex 10mg Capsule.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

It is advised to consult with a doctor as this medicine can not be used in persons dealing with liver problems.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

A person dealing with kidney problems should take Flupinex 10mg Capsule only after consulting with a doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Flupinex 10mg Capsule not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

About Flupinex 10mg Capsule

Flupinex 10mg Capsule belongs to a group of 'non-opioid analgesics' medicines used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation and emotional experience that is associated with damage to tissues. It allows the body to react and prevent further tissue damage. Pain can be short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic). Perception of pain can differ from person to person where from tolerable to non-tolerable. 

Flupinex 10mg Capsule compromises of 'Flupirtine' that exerts dual effects by relaxing muscles and treating pain. It works by blocking the signals responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation produced at the sites of injury and damage.

Take Flupinex 10mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. Some persons may experience common side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, pruritus (itchy skin), dry mouth and gastric fullness, nausea and muscle tremor. Most of the side effects of Flupinex 10mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Flupinex 10mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Flupinex 10mg Capsule may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Flupinex 10mg Capsule should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol and Flupinex 10mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness, it might also increase stomach bleeding risk. Do not take other pain killers along with Flupinex 10mg Capsule unless prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects. People with hepatic encephalopathy, myasthenia gravis, any liver problems, tinnitus should not take Flupinex 10mg Capsule as it may lead to life-threatening conditions.

Uses of Flupinex 10mg Capsule

Musculoskeletal pain, Headache, Nerve pain, Cancer pain, Muscle pain, Post-surgery pain, Menstrual cramps.

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Key Benefits

Flupinex 10mg Capsule is used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with muscle pain involving the musculoskeletal system, tension headaches, dental extraction, pain associated with muscle spasm, tumour or cancer pain and pain after trauma-related/orthopaedic surgery and injuries. Additionally, Flupinex 10mg Capsule also relieve symptoms of abnormal menses cycle like menstrual period pain, premenstrual syndrome symptoms (PMS) and heavy menstrual periods management in women. Flupinex 10mg Capsule exerts dual effects by relaxing muscles and treating pain. It works by blocking the signals responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation produced at the sites of injury and damage. Flupinex 10mg Capsule has better tolerability than other pain killers and has low gastric problems (like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer and blockage). Long-term use of opioids pain killers leads to side effects like nausea, constipation, sedation, confusion, pruritis, urinary retention, tolerance and dependence which may be experienced with Flupinex 10mg Capsule. 

Directions for Use

Swallow Flupinex 10mg Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Flupinex 10mg Capsule

  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Heartburn
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Stomach trouble
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea/vomiting
  • Restlessness/nervousness

Drug Warnings

A person dealing with kidney problems, over 65 years of age or taking blood clotting (anticoagulants) medicines should only take Flupinex 10mg Capsule after consulting with the doctor. Flupinex 10mg Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as safety and efficacy of Flupinex 10mg Capsule is not established. However, your doctor may prescribe Flupinex 10mg Capsule for you during pregnancy if he/she feels the benefit to you outweighs the risk. While Flupinex 10mg Capsule may pass in the lactating mother's breast milk, it is advisable to take it only if prescribed by your doctor. Flupinex 10mg Capsule tends to cause stomach upset. Thus, it is recommended to consume Flupinex 10mg Capsule with meals to minimize gastric side effects. If you have a peptic ulcer diagnosis, Flupinex 10mg Capsule is best avoided unless prescribed by your doctor. Flupinex 10mg Capsule can cause liver injury when taken in large doses. Concomitant use of alcohol is best avoided as it aggravates liver toxicity. Although it is generally a safe medicine to use, it should be avoided in patients with kidney disease as Flupinex 10mg Capsule may hurt renal functions. In case you develop diarrhoea or vomiting when taking Flupinex 10mg Capsule, consult your doctor about the continuation of Flupinex 10mg Capsule as it can increase dehydration and lead to kidney damage. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided during the treatment with Flupinex 10mg Capsule as it may lead to increased risk of liver damage. If you have a severe allergy to painkillers or have hepatic encephalopathy, myasthenia gravis any liver problems then don't take Flupinex 10mg Capsule as it can cause serious side effects. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NIMESULIDE
  • WARFARIN
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • LITHIUM
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PARACETAMOL

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Persons taking Flupinex 10mg Capsule may have false-positive results for urobilinogen, bilirubin and urine protein on urine test strips. So tell your lab assistant that you are taking Flupinex 10mg Capsule.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
  • Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
  • Hot or cold therapy can help treat pain. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
  • Do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching, low impact aerobic exercise like walking on a treadmill, bike riding and swimming. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights.
  • Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, vitamin D, calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing inflammation in the tissue.

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