Lupirtin -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	4.1
User Reviews	406

FAQ

Does Lupirtin -SR cause liver toxicity?

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

What is the benefit of using Lupirtin -SR with paracetamol?

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

Is Lupirtin -SR beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?

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

Is Lupirtin -SR useful in the treatment of epilpesy?

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

Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Lupirtin -SR?

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

Can Lupirtin -SR be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?

Lupirtin -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.

Does use of Lupirtin -SR cause green discoloration of urine?

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

What if you forget to take Lupirtin Tablet SR?

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

Lupirtin -SR Tablet Reviews

Lupirtin -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.

Lupirtin -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 Lupirtin -SR Tablet Works

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

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

Benefits of Lupirtin -SR Tablet

In Pain relief: Lupirtin -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 Lupirtin -SR Tablet

Pain relief

Lupirtin -SR Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Lupirtin -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 Lupirtin -SR alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Liver ^CAUTION

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

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Lupirtin -SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

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

Kidney ^CAUTION

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

Quick Tips

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