RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION
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RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION is used to treat peripheral vascular disease (poor circulation to the arms and legs) and intermittent claudication (pain on walking or at rest caused by poor circulation to the legs). It works by increasing the blood flow to the arms and legs.
RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and weakness. Consult your doctor if these effects bother you. This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Uses of RB Flex Injection
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Intermittent claudication
Benefits of RB Flex Injection
In Peripheral vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease refers to the condition of disturbed blood circulation in blood vessels. RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION prevents blood from clotting inside the veins and arteries. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). It helps prevent the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
In Intermittent claudication
Intermittent claudication refers to muscle pain on mild exertion (ache, cramp, numbness or sense of fatigue), classically in the calf muscle, which occurs during exercise or even walking, and it gets better with a short period of rest. RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION helps relieve this pain in the legs that is caused due to disturbed blood supply in the legs. It helps prevent formation of blood clots, improves blood flow and maintains free flowing of blood in your body.
Side effects of RB Flex Injection
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 RB Flex
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Heartburn
- Lightheadedness
- Nausea
- Stomach discomfort
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Headache
- Dizziness
How to use RB Flex Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How RB Flex Injection works
RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION is a peripheral vasodilator. It works by decreasing the thickness (viscosity) of blood, allowing it to pass more easily through the blood vessels. This effect is beneficial in peripheral vascular disease, where the blood vessels in the arms and legs are narrowed.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take RB Flex Injection?
If you miss a dose of RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Do not drive or perform activities that require mental focus until you know how RB FLEX 20MG/1ML INJECTION affects you.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor liver function while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Xanthine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Hemorrheologic Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking RB Flex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Concurr
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Concurr
Do not consume Aminophylline with Pentoxifylline. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as nausea, palpitations or headaches and consult your doctor if you ex
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
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Name: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
Country of origin: India
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