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Flupinex 10mg Capsule

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Product introduction

Flupinex 10mg 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.

Flupinex 10mg Capsule is used to treat short and severe pain and also to reduce muscle stiffness.

Uses of Flupinex Capsule

Benefits of Flupinex Capsule

In Pain relief

Flupinex 10mg 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 Flupinex 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 youโ€™re worried about them

Common side effects of Flupinex

  • 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 Flupinex Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Flupinex 10mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Flupinex 10mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flupinex 10mg 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 Flupinex 10mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Flupinex 10mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Flupinex 10mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flupinex 10mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Flupinex 10mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flupinex 10mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Flupinex 10mg Capsuleย is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
  • Inform your doctor before starting Flupinex 10mg 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 Flupinex 10mg Capsule and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
  • Stop takingย Flupinex 10mg Capsuleย 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

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FAQs

Is Flupinex 10mg Capsule beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?

Yes, Flupinex 10mg Capsule is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Flupinex 10mg 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 Flupinex 10mg Capsule with paracetamol?

Both Flupinex 10mg Capsule and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Flupinex 10mg 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 Flupinex 10mg Capsule cause liver toxicity?

Yes, Flupinex 10mg Capsule causes liver toxicity. Use of Flupinex 10mg Capsule is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.

Can Flupinex 10mg Capsule be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?

Flupinex 10mg 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 Flupinex 10mg Capsule cause green discoloration of urine?

There have been case reports that Flupinex 10mg Capsule causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.

Is Flupinex 10mg Capsule useful in the treatment of epilpesy?

Flupinex 10mg Capsule is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Flupinex 10mg Capsule for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.

Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Flupinex 10mg Capsule?

Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Flupinex 10mg Capsule like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Flupinex 10mg Capsule. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.

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Name: Human Biolife India Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No 303, Industrial Area Phase -2, Panchkula (Haryana)-134109
Country of origin: India

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