Flugesic SR Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Lupin Ltd
Active Ingredient	Flupirtine (400mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Pyridine Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class	Selective neuronal potassium channel openers (SNEPCO)
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	542

FAQ

Is Flugesic SR beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?

Yes, Flugesic SR is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Flugesic SR is yet to get formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is a disease that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.

What is the benefit of using Flugesic SR with paracetamol?

Both Flugesic SR and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Flugesic SR, 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.

Does Flugesic SR cause liver toxicity?

Yes, Flugesic SR causes liver toxicity. Use of Flugesic SR is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.

Does use of Flugesic SR cause green discoloration of urine?

There have been case reports that Flugesic SR causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.

Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Flugesic SR?

Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Flugesic SR like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Flugesic SR. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.

Is Flugesic SR useful in the treatment of epilpesy?

Flugesic SR is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Flugesic SR for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.

Can Flugesic SR be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?

Flugesic SR 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.

What if you forget to take Flugesic Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Flugesic SR, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Flugesic SR Tablet Reviews

Flugesic SR 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.

Flugesic SR 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 Flugesic SR Tablet Works

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

How to Use Flugesic SR 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 SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Flugesic SR Tablet

In Pain relief: Flugesic SR 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 Flugesic SR Tablet

Pain relief

Flugesic SR Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Flugesic SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Flugesic SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Flugesic SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Flugesic SR 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.

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Flugesic SR alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Flugesic SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Quick Tips

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