Flugesic SR Tablet 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.

Flugesic SR Tablet is used to treat short and severe pain and also to reduce muscle stiffness.

Uses of Flugesic Tablet SR

Pain relief

Benefits of Flugesic Tablet SR

In Pain relief

Flugesic SR Tablet 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 Flugesic Tablet SR

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 Flugesic

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 Flugesic Tablet SR

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. Flugesic SR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Flugesic SR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Flugesic SR 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

Information regarding the use of Flugesic SR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Flugesic SR Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Flugesic SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Flugesic SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Flugesic SR Tablet is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
Inform your doctor before starting Flugesic SR Tablet 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 Flugesic SR Tablet and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
Stop taking Flugesic SR Tablet 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

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Selective neuronal potassium channel openers (SNEPCO)

Patient concerns

One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains

Dr. Abhijit Gambhir

Dental Surgery

sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

User feedback

Patients taking Flugesic SR Tablet

Once A Day

90%

Twice A Day

10%

FAQs

Is Flugesic SR Tablet beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?

Yes, Flugesic SR Tablet is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Flugesic SR Tablet 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 Flugesic SR Tablet with paracetamol?

Both Flugesic SR Tablet and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Flugesic SR Tablet, 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 Flugesic SR Tablet cause liver toxicity?

Yes, Flugesic SR Tablet causes liver toxicity. Use of Flugesic SR Tablet is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.

Can Flugesic SR Tablet be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?

Flugesic SR Tablet 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 Flugesic SR Tablet cause green discoloration of urine?

There have been case reports that Flugesic SR Tablet causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.

Is Flugesic SR Tablet useful in the treatment of epilpesy?

Flugesic SR Tablet is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Flugesic SR Tablet for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.

Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Flugesic SR Tablet?

Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Flugesic SR Tablet like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Flugesic SR Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.

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