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About Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is a combination medication that belongs to the analgesic medication class. It is widely used in the treatment of acute and chronic pain, fever, headache, joint pains, dysmenorrhea (period pain), postoperative pain, toothache after dental extraction, and myalgia (muscle pain). Pain is a widely used term used to describe an unpleasant feeling or discomfort. It ranges from mild to severe. The severity of the pain depends on the underlying condition. Inflammation is the immune system's natural response to injury or infection.

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet contains flupirtine and paracetamol. Flupirtine is an analgesic (non-opioid analgesic) which works by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer), which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever and pain. Thus Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet alleviates pain and other associate conditions.

Use Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet as directed by the physician only. The dose and duration of the medication depend on your condition and its severity. The common side effects of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet include nausea, vomiting, wind, abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, constipation, heartburn, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, and depression. Most of these side effects of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before taking Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you are allergic to flupirtine, paracetamol, or other ingredients. Besides, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any pre-existing conditions such as liver diseases such as hepatic encephalopathy (loss of brain function due to liver damage), chronic alcoholism, or cholestasis (reduced bile flow), renal impairment, myasthenia gravis (chronic neuromuscular disease), or heart diseases. If Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is given in patients with liver diseases, liver function should be monitored closely. Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is not recommended for children younger than six years old.

Uses of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Pain relief. The detailed uses of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet are as follows:<br/>• Pain Relief: Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is a painkiller that effectively treats various types of pain, including muscle pain, joint pain, toothache, headache, post-surgery pain, and nerve pain, by blocking chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation.<br/>• Fever Reduction: Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet effectively reduces high fever, providing relief from discomfort and associated pain.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.• Swallow Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet contains flupirtine (non-opioid analgesic) and paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic). Flupirtine works by blocking the glutamate receptors that are involved in producing pain signals. It also has muscle relaxant properties. Paracetamol acts as an analgesic and antipyretic by inhibiting the release of prostaglandins (chemical mediators) that cause pain, inflammation, and fever. Altogether provide relief from pain and associated symptoms.

How Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet Works

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet contains flupirtine and paracetamol. Flupirtine is an analgesic (non-opioid analgesic) which works by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer), which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever and pain. Thus Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet alleviates pain and other associate conditions.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Avoid using Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet if you are allergic to analgesics or painkillers. People with liver diseases, kidney diseases, and elderly people above 65 years of age may require dose adjustments. If Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is given to patients with liver impairment, liver function should be closely monitored. It is advised to discontinue use if you notice any signs of liver damage such as nausea, vomiting, yellowed skin and eyes (jaundice), abdominal pain, loss of appetite, itchy skin, and dark-coloured urine, etc.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Leflunomide may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Leflunomide, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of ketamine and Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet may decrease the effectiveness of Ketamine which could result in a higher blood level.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketamine and Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you're feeling very sleepy or having trouble breathing, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Teriflunomide with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet may increase the risk or severity of Liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet with Teriflunomide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet may decrease the excretion rate of Oxazepam which could result in a higher serum level.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Oxazepam and Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ParacetamolMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Mipomersen with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet may increase the risk or severity of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Mipomersen, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Ketoconazole may increase the risk of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Ketoconazole, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have joint pain or swelling, fever, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, over-tiredness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately as these may be signs and symptoms of liver damage. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Lomitapide and Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet may increase the risk of severity of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Lomitapide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ParacetamolValdecoxib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Valdecoxib may increase the risk or severity of adverse effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet and Valdecoxib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if the side effects worsen, please consult a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not take alcohol.
  • Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulphate, vitamin D, and calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help reduce inflammation in the tissue.
  • Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching, low impact aerobic exercises like walking on a treadmill, bike riding and swimming. You can also strengthen your muscles by lifting light weights.
  • In the chronic condition of arthritis or joint pain, try to include fish like salmon, trout, tuna, and sardines. These fishes are enriched with omega-3 fatty acids that minimum level of chemical called cytokines, which ramp up inflammation.
  • Your sitting posture is important, especially when you have pain and inflammation. Try to sit as little as possible and only for a short time. Long-term immobility is harmful in conditions like arthritis. Use back support like a rolled-up towel to minimise pain at the back of your spine curve. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle. Besides this, you can also use a footrest if required.

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Therapeutic Class

ANALGESIC AND ANTIPYRETIC AGENT
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Consuming alcohol with Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during pregnancy if he/she feels the benefit outweighs the risk.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

According to the studies available to date, a small percentage of flupirtine maleate passes into breast milk. Therefore, flupirtine maleate must not be administered during lactation unless necessary.

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Driving

Unsafe

Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet, as it may cause dizziness.

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Liver

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Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet can cause liver toxicity. So, it should be avoided in patients with liver diseases. However, dose adjustments and close monitoring are necessary if it is used in patients with liver diseases.

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Kidney

Caution

In patients with kidney problems, dose adjustments of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet are required. Therefore, use Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

It is recommended to consult a doctor before using Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet in children below six years.

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FAQs

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is widely used in the treatment of acute and chronic pain, fever, headache, joint pains, dysmenorrhea (period pain), postoperative pain, toothache after dental extraction, and myalgia (muscle pain).

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet contains flupirtine (non-opioid analgesic) and paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic). Flupirtine works by blocking the glutamate receptors that are involved in producing pain signals. Paracetamol acts as an analgesic and antipyretic by inhibiting the release of prostaglandins (chemical mediators) that cause pain, inflammation, and fever. Altogether provide relief from pain.

No, Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet provides pain relief from menstrual pain (dysmenorrheal). It may not affect on periods. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Yes, Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet can be used to treat pain associated with osteoarthritis. But, you should take it as advised by your doctor.

Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet contains Paracetamol, known to cause liver damage when you take large dosages. Often, stop consuming alcohol when taking this drug, as this can further increase the risk of liver damage. The use of this drug in patients with underlying liver disease should preferably be avoided.

Usually, Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet is used for a short period of time and can be stopped when the pain is relieved. It should be continued, however, if you are instructed to do so by your doctor.

The common side effects of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet include nausea, vomiting, wind, abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, constipation, heartburn, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, and depression. Most of these side effects of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

No, do not take a higher than the recommended dose of Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet as it may lead to unpleasant side effects/overdose. Take it as per the dose advised by the doctor.

Store Retagil Plus 100mg/325mg Tablet at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

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India
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