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About Flucidol P 100mg/325mg Tablet

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL is a combination of two medicines. Namely, Flupirtine (non-opioid analgesic) and Paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic) primarily used to relieve pain and inflammation. FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL is 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. It is also classified as acute (short term) and chronic (long term) depending on the duration of pain. Acute pain, if left untreated, can result in chronic pain in some conditions.

Uses of Flucidol P 100mg/325mg Tablet

Pain relief

Medicinal Benefits of Flucidol P 100mg/325mg Tablet

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL 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 relieve from pain and inflammation

Directions for Use

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL can be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablets as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. The dose and duration of FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL are determined by your doctor. Do not increase the dose even if you have severe pain as overdose can cause serious side effects. If you miss a dose, skip it and take the next dose at the fixed time.

Side Effects of Flucidol P 100mg/325mg Tablet

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL may cause side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, diarrhea, dark urine, jaundice, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, dry mouth, itchy skin, shortness of breath, and rashes. Talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist, worsens, or notice other side-effects that are not listed above.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Avoid using FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL if you are allergic to analgesics or pain killers. People with liver diseases, kidney diseases, and elderly people above 65 years of age may require dose adjustments. If FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL 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-colored urine, etc.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL may interact with anticoagulants such as warfarin.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL should not be given in patients with alcoholism, liver disease and phenylketonuria (excess of protein – phenylalanine in the body).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

People taking FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL should avoid intake of alcohol as it may increase the risk of side-effects such as nausea and vomiting.

PREGNANCY

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL is not recommended during pregnancy. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during pregnancy if he/she feels that the benefit to you outweighs the risk. It would be best if you did not take $ name without doctor's advice.

BREAST FEEDING

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.

DRIVING

Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL, as it may cause dizziness.

LIVER

FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL can cause liver toxicity. So, it should be avoided in patients with liver diseases. However, if it used in patients with liver diseases, dose adjustments and close monitoring are necessary.

KIDNEY

In patients with kidney problems, dose adjustments of FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL are required. Therefore, use FLUPIRTINE+PARACETAMOL only when prescribed by a doctor.