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Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's

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Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's belongs to a group of 'non-opioid analgesics' medicines used to relieve mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation and emotional experience associated with tissue damage. It allows the body to react and prevent further tissue damage. Pain can be short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic). Pain perception can differ from person to person, from tolerable to non-tolerable.

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's compromises of 'Flupirtine Maleate' 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 Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's 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 Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's 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 Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's if you are hypersensitive to any component present in Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's. Pregnant and nursing mothers should not take Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's unless prescribed by the doctor. Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol while using Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness; it might also increase stomach bleeding risk. Do not take other painkillers with Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's 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, liver problems, or tinnitus should not take this medicine as it may lead to life-threatening conditions.

Uses of Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's

Pain relief

Medicinal Benefits

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with muscle pain involving the musculoskeletal system, tension headaches, dental extraction, muscle spasm, tumour or cancer pain, and pain after trauma-related/orthopaedic surgery and injuries. Additionally, Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's also relieves symptoms of abnormal menses cycle like menstrual period pain, premenstrual syndrome symptoms (PMS) and heavy menstrual period management in women. Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's 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. Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's has better tolerability than other painkillers and has low gastric problems (like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer and blockage).

Directions for Use

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's should be swallowed whole with a glass of water, preferably after meals, as food helps prevent any potential gastric irritation the drug might cause when taken empty stomach. The doctor adjusts the dosage of Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's according to the severity of a person's pain and responsiveness.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's

  • Diarrhoea
  • 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 Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's after consulting with the doctor. Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's is not recommended during pregnancy as the safety and efficacy are not established. However, your doctor may prescribe Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's for you during pregnancy if the doctor feels the benefit to you outweighs the risk. While Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's may pass in the lactating mother's breast milk, it is advisable to take it only if prescribed by your doctor. Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's tends to cause stomach upset. Thus, consuming Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's with meals is recommended to minimize gastric side effects. If you have a peptic ulcer diagnosis, Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's is best avoided unless prescribed by your doctor. Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's can cause liver injury when taken in large doses. Concomitant use of alcohol is best avoided as it aggravates liver toxicity. Although it is a safe medicine, it should be avoided in patients with kidney disease as the Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's may hurt renal function. If you develop diarrhoea or vomiting when taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's, consult your doctor about the continuation of Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's as it can increase dehydration and lead to kidney damage. You should avoid consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's as it may lead to an 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 the Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's as it can cause serious side effects. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's may interact with painkiller medicines (e.g. paracetamol), blood clotting agents (e.g. warfarin), anticonvulsants (e.g. carbamazepine), and benzodiazepines or sedative medications (e.g. alprazolam, clonazepam).

Drug-Food Interactions: Limit or avoid the consumption of alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's may interact with disease conditions, including hepatic encephalopathy, cholestasis (flow of bile from the liver is slowed or blocked), myasthenia gravis (abnormal weakness of certain muscles), chronic alcoholism, primary biliary cirrhosis, and liver disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PARACETAMOL
  • WARFARIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • ALPRAZOLAM

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Stay hydrated, and 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 every two hours.
  • Hot or cold therapy can help treat pain. Apply an ice pack or hot pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
  • Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching and low-impact aerobic exercises 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, and calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help reduce inflammation in the tissue.

Special Advise

  • Persons taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's may have false-positive results for urobilinogen, bilirubin and urine protein on urine test strips. So tell your lab assistant that you are taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain can be dull or sharp. It can be described as a stinging, throbbing, sore and pinching sensation. Pain can occur frequently, or it can be consistent. The tolerance of pain can vary from person to person. Pain can be acute or can occur for a longer duration, and it can be localized or overall. The common causes of pain are cramps, headache, muscle strain, arthritis or bone fractures. Pain can help diagnose a person's condition to know any underlying problems.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - FLU0861

FAQs

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's compromises of 'Flupirtine Maleate' 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.
You can stop Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's if it is only advised for short-term pain relief. In the case of long-term usage, it is advised to continue as advised by your doctor.
Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's is used to relieve menstrual (period) pain, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms and management of excessively heavy periods. Take it as prescribed by the doctor.
For maximum benefits, take Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's for the duration prescribed by your doctor.
A person dealing with kidney problems, over 65 years of age or taking blood clotting (anticoagulants) medicines should only take Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's after consulting with the doctor. A person with liver problems (like hepatic encephalopathy), gall bladder problems (like cholestasis), muscle problems (like myasthenia gravis), chronic alcoholism, and biliary cirrhosis should avoid the use of Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's unless prescribed by a doctor.
Persons taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's may have false-positive results for urobilinogen, bilirubin and urine protein on urine test strips. So tell your lab assistant or doctor that you are taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's before undergoing these diagnostics tests.
It is advised to avoid taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's with medications containing paracetamol or carbamazepine as it can increase the sedative or muscle-relaxant properties of the medication.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol along with Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's as it may lead to serious side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Take Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's with caution if you have liver problems. Your doctor may suggest a liver function test based on your condition while taking this medicine.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's with caution if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may suggest kidney function tests based on your condition while taking this medicine.

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Children

Caution

Flupirest-100 Capsule 10's is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

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