Ketoflex Tablet

Ketoflex Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called pain killer/Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain, and muscle spasms. It relieves the pain and relaxes the muscles. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable.

Ketoflex Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ketoprofen (NSAID) and Thiocolchicoside (Muscle relaxant). Ketoprofen blocks the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes other chemical prostaglandins (PG). By blocking the effect of chemical messenger ketoprofen helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant and works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

Take Ketoflex Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Ketoflex Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, heartburn, indigestion and stomach pain, dizziness, sleepiness, nervousness, diarrhea, ringing in the ear. Most of these side effects of Ketoflex Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Ketoflex Tablet should not be taken if you are known to be allergic to Ketoflex Tablet or any other medicines. Ketoflex Tablet should not be taken in the conditions like kidney or heart disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Ketoflex Tablet . Ketoflex Tablet should not be used in children as safety and efficacy have not established. Ketoflex Tablet may cause reduced body movements, drowsiness, sleepiness and dizziness it is advisable to you do not drive unless you are alert.

Ketoflex Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ketoprofen (pain killer) and Thiocolchicoside (Muscle relaxant). Ketoflex Tablet is used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout and ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain, and muscle spasms. Ketoprofen blocks the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes another chemical 'prostaglandin' (PG). These chemicals are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of chemicals, ketoprofen helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside works on the centers of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

Ketoflex Tablet should not be taken if you are known to be allergic to Ketoflex Tablet or any other medicines. Do not take Ketoflex Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have stomach ulcers, have suffered bleeding problems, clotting problems, inflammatory bowel disease, severe heart, liver or kidney problems. Ketoflex Tablet can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. So, if you have had any recent heart surgery, do not take Ketoflex Tablet . Inform your doctor before taking Ketoflex Tablet if you have or had stomach bleeding or ulcers, heart failure, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, kidney or liver impairment. Ketoflex Tablet may cause a visual disturbance in few patients, inform your doctor and discontinue the Ketoflex Tablet immediately if you observe this symptom. This Ketoflex Tablet may increase the potassium level, regular monitoring of potassium level may need. Do not take Ketoflex Tablet if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Ketoflex Tablet . Ketoflex Tablet should not be used in children as safety and efficacy have not established. Ketoflex Tablet may cause reduced body movements, drowsiness, sleepiness and dizziness it is advisable to you do not drive unless you are alert.

• Ketoflex Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding since it may worsen the patient's condition.
• Ketoflex Tablet  may cause an impairment of fertility in men and women. Consult your doctor before using Ketoflex Tablet .