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Flugesic-P Tablet

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Product introduction

Flugesic-P Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It is also used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.

Flugesic-P Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by the doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, constipation, dryness in mouth, dizziness, headache, and sleepiness. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.

Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcer or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or have any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine, as alcohol can cause excessive drowsiness.

Uses of Flugesic-P Tablet

Benefits of Flugesic-P Tablet

In Pain relief

Flugesic-P Tablet is used to treat pain associated with muscles, joints, cancer, dysmenorrhoea (severe abdominal pain during menstruation), tension headache and pain following orthopaedic surgery or injuries. It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain. Take Flugesic-P Tablet as prescribed by the doctor.

Side effects of Flugesic-P Tablet

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-P

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness

How to use Flugesic-P Tablet

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-P Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Flugesic-P Tablet works

Flugesic-P Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Flupirtine and Paracetamol, which relieves pain. Flupirtine is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever and pain.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Flugesic-P Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flugesic-P 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-P Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Flugesic-P 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-P Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic-P Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Flugesic-P Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic-P Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Flugesic-P Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Flugesic-P Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Flugesic-P Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed this combination medicine for relieving pain and inflammation.
  • Take it with food to avoid getting an upset stomach.
  • Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Flugesic-P Tablet.
  • Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.

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FAQs

Q. Can I stop taking Flugesic-P Tablet when my pain is relieved?

Flugesic-P Tablet is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when your pain is relieved. However, Flugesic-P Tablet should be continued if you are advised by your doctor to do so.

Q. Can the use of Flugesic-P Tablet cause damage to the liver?

Flugesic-P Tablet contains Paracetamol, which is known to cause liver damage. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease.

Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Flugesic-P Tablet?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Flugesic-P Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms of if you experience increased severity of pain, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Flugesic-P Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

  1. Harish S, Bhuvana K, Bengalorkar GM, et al. Flupirtine: Clinical pharmacology. J Anaesthesiol Clin Pharmacol. 2012;28(2):172-7. [Accessed 24 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Flupirtine. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Paracetamol. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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