FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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.
FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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 FLUPIRTINE MALEATE as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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 FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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 FLUPIRTINE MALEATE if you are hypersensitive to any component present in FLUPIRTINE MALEATE. Pregnant and nursing mothers should not take FLUPIRTINE MALEATE unless prescribed by the doctor. FLUPIRTINE MALEATE may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive with caution. FLUPIRTINE MALEATE should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol while using FLUPIRTINE MALEATE as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness; it might also increase stomach bleeding risk. Do not take other painkillers with FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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.
Pain relief
FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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, FLUPIRTINE MALEATE also relieves symptoms of abnormal menses cycle like menstrual period pain, premenstrual syndrome symptoms (PMS) and heavy menstrual period management in women. FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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. FLUPIRTINE MALEATE has better tolerability than other painkillers and has low gastric problems (like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer and blockage).
A person dealing with kidney problems, over 65 years of age or taking blood clotting (anticoagulants) medicines should only take FLUPIRTINE MALEATE after consulting with the doctor. FLUPIRTINE MALEATE is not recommended during pregnancy as the safety and efficacy are not established. However, your doctor may prescribe FLUPIRTINE MALEATE for you during pregnancy if the doctor feels the benefit to you outweighs the risk. While FLUPIRTINE MALEATE may pass in the lactating mother's breast milk, it is advisable to take it only if prescribed by your doctor. FLUPIRTINE MALEATE tends to cause stomach upset. Thus, consuming FLUPIRTINE MALEATE with meals is recommended to minimize gastric side effects. If you have a peptic ulcer diagnosis, FLUPIRTINE MALEATE is best avoided unless prescribed by your doctor. FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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 FLUPIRTINE MALEATE may hurt renal function. If you develop diarrhoea or vomiting when taking FLUPIRTINE MALEATE, consult your doctor about the continuation of FLUPIRTINE MALEATE as it can increase dehydration and lead to kidney damage. You should avoid consumption of alcohol during the treatment with FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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 FLUPIRTINE MALEATE as it can cause serious side effects.
Drug-Drug Interactions: FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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: FLUPIRTINE MALEATE 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.
Avoid consuming alcohol along with FLUPIRTINE MALEATE as it may lead to serious side effects.
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking FLUPIRTINE MALEATE. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking FLUPIRTINE MALEATE. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
FLUPIRTINE MALEATE causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert.
Take FLUPIRTINE MALEATE with caution if you have liver problems. Your doctor may suggest a liver function test based on your condition while taking this medicine.
Take FLUPIRTINE MALEATE with caution if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may suggest kidney function tests based on your condition while taking this medicine.
FLUPIRTINE MALEATE is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
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.