Lupirtin Capsule
Prescription Required
₹86
₹8.6/Capsule
10 capsules in 1 strip
1 Strip
Medicine Overview of Lupirtin Capsule
Side effects of Lupirtin Capsule
Common
Fatigue, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Nausea, Dry mouth, Abdominal bloating, Itching, Tremor.
How to use Lupirtin Capsule
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. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Lupirtin Capsule at a fixed time.
How Lupirtin Capsule works
Lupirtin capsule decreases the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.
In Depth Information on Lupirtin Capsule
Expert advice for Lupirtin Capsule
- Lupirtin is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
- Inform your doctor before starting Lupirtin 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 Lupirtin and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
- Stop taking Lupirtin and immediately inform your doctor if you get any symptoms of liver disease like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or yellow colored urine.
Warnings
Special precautions for Lupirtin Capsule
Alcohol
CAUTION
Lupirtin Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Lupirtin Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
Lupirtin Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation.
+moreLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
...
Driving
It is not known whether Lupirtin Capsule alters the ability
+moreto drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
...
Kidney
CAUTION
Lupirtin Capsule should be used with caution in patients wit
+moreh kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lupirtin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
...
Liver
UNSAFE
Lupirtin Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Should be used cautiously in patients with an underlying liver disease. Please consult your doctor....
+moreShould be used cautiously in patients with an underlying liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Flupirtine, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Lupirtin 100mg Capsule
Frequently asked questions for Flupirtine
Yes, Lupirtin is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Lupirtin is yet to get formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is a disease that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.
Q. What is the benefit of using Lupirtin with paracetamol?
Both Lupirtin and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Lupirtin, 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.
Yes, Lupirtin causes liver toxicity. Use of Lupirtin is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.
Lupirtin 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.
There have been case reports that Lupirtin causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.
Lupirtin is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Lupirtin for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.
Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Lupirtin like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Lupirtin. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.
+more
User Submitted Feedback For Lupirtin 100mg Capsule
Patients taking Lupirtin Capsule
Twice A Day
Once A Day
Thrice A Day
Substitutes for Lupirtin Capsule
Flit 100mg Capsule
Sigmund Promedica
₹7.0/Capsule
save 19%
Vasfree 100mg Capsule
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹7.7/Capsule
save 10%
Flupirza 100mg Capsule
Icon Life Sciences
₹7.81/Capsule
save 9%
Snepdol 100mg Capsule
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹8.2/Capsule
save 5%
Katadol 100mg Capsule
Lupin Ltd
₹8.6/Capsule
same price
