Flupinock Capsule


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Unigroups Pharma
Active Ingredient Flupirtine (100mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassPyridine Derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
Action ClassSelective neuronal potassium channel openers (SNEPCO)
User Rating4.3
User Reviews622

FAQ

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Does Flupinock cause liver toxicity?
Yes, Flupinock causes liver toxicity. Use of Flupinock is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.
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Is Flupinock useful in the treatment of epilpesy?
Flupinock is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Flupinock for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.
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Can Flupinock be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?
Flupinock 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.
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Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Flupinock?
Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Flupinock like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Flupinock. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.
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Does use of Flupinock cause green discoloration of urine?
There have been case reports that Flupinock causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.
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Is Flupinock beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?
Yes, Flupinock is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Flupinock is yet to get formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is a disease that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.
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What is the benefit of using Flupinock with paracetamol?
Both Flupinock and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Flupinock, 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.
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What if you forget to take Flupinock?
If you miss a dose of Flupinock, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Flupinock Capsule Reviews

Flupinock is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat acute and chronic pain associated with various conditions such as muscle pain, headache, nerve pain, postoperative pain, and menstrual cramps. It is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.

Flupinock can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, dryness in mouth, and abdominal bloating. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

How Flupinock Capsule Works

Flupinock decreases the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

How to Use Flupinock Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Flupinock may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Flupinock Capsule

  • In Pain relief: Flupinock helps relieve moderate to severe pain in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like muscle pain, headache, nerve pain, postoperative pain, and menstrual cramps. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This medicine helps one go about their daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Uses of Flupinock Capsule

  • Pain relief

Flupinock Capsule Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flupinock during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Flupinock alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flupinock 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.
Kidney  CAUTION
Flupinock should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flupinock may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
Flupinock may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Liver  CAUTION
Flupinock should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flupinock may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Inform your doctor before starting Flupinock ifYou have an underlying liver diseaseYou take alcohol regularlyYou are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Flupinock is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
  • Get your liver function tests done before starting Flupinock and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
  • You have an underlying liver disease
  • Stop taking Flupinock and immediately inform your doctor if you get any symptoms of liver disease like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or yellow colored urine.
  • You take alcohol regularly
  • You are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  2. Harish S, Bhuvana K, Bengalorkar GM, et al. Flupirtine: Clinical pharmacology. J Anaesthesiol Clin Pharmacol. 2012;28(2):172-7.
  3. Sciencedirect. Flupirtine.

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