Mega Flexon Tablet

Mega Flexon Tablet is used a pain-relieving medication. It is primarily used to treat acute pain. The conditions of acute pain include backache, headache, arthritis and toothache, etc.

This medication is a combination of paracetamol and tramadol. These drugs fall under the class of analgesics, belonging to the category of NSAID and opioid agonist, respectively. This medication also reduces pain in the body caused due to fever.

You should not consume this tablet if:

• You are allergic to this medicine.
• You are suffering from a serious liver disorder.
• You normally consume more than 3 alcohol beverages per day or have a history of alcoholism.

You must not take the medicine in more than the amount prescribed or longer than the prescribed period. It can be taken with food or without it, but you must take it, in the same way, every day.

The medicine must be swallowed whole, without trying to crush, break or mixing it in water. As it is a pain reliever, it is unlikely that you will miss a dose. In case you do, refrain from taking two doses together to make up for the missed one.

• Acute Pain

• Allergy

• Analgesic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)

• Liver Disease

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Allergic Skin Reaction

• Gastric / Mouth Ulcer

• Anemia

• Fatigue

• Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (Sjs)

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for an average of 4-6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine is observed in 1.5 hours for an immediate release tablet and 6 hours for an extended release tablet.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is known to be excreted through human breast milk. It is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Use only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available. Monitoring of undesired effects like drowsiness and delayed developmental milestones is necessary.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken while using this medicine in patient with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken while using this medicine in patient with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Mega Flexon Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Trilodol-P Tablet

  Leeford Healthcare Ltd

• Fitflam 37.5mg/325mg Tablet

  Finecure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

• TRAMEC 37.5MG/325MG TABLET

  Anvik Biotech

• TRAMID 37.5MG/325MG TABLET

  Midas Healthcare Ltd

• Actodol-P Tablet

  Fitwel Pharmaceuticals Private Limited

• Tramasure Plus Rf 37.5Mg/325Mg Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Mobilio Tablet

  Edura Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Precidol 37.5Mg/325Mg Tablet

  Precia Pharma

• XEBEX 37.5MG/325MG TABLET

  Regardia Pharmaceuticals

• TRANOS P 37.5MG/325MG TABLET

  Olamic Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

This medication is a combination of Paracetamol and Tramadol. Both the drugs fall under the class of analgesic. Thus medications produce its action following two different paths of the mechanism of action.

Firstly, it selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain which allows it to treat pain and fever. It activates certain receptors in the brain that inhibit pain signals.

Secondly, it acts on certain specific pain receptors in the brain and inhibits the reuptake of norepinephrine, serotonin. It also enhances the release of serotonin thereby changing the perception and response to pain.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Acute Alcohol Intoxication

  Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.

• Interaction with Lab Test

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Tramadol

  Tramadol may increase the risk of seizures when taken with Mega Flexon Tablet. This interaction is more likely to happen in the elderly population, and in the patients suffering from head injury. Inform the doctor if you are on either of the medicines. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition under the doctor's supervision.

  Ketoconazole

  Azole antifungal agents like Ketoconazole and Itraconazole should be avoided when you are Mega Flexon Tablet due to the risk of increased concentrations of the medicine in the body which may cause dizziness, dry mouth, and irregular heart beats. Inform the doctor if you are receiving these medicines when you are prescribed with Mega Flexon Tablet and dose adjustments or an alternative medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Metformin

  The desired effect of antidiabetic agents may not be achieved when taken with Mega Flexon Tablet. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. Inform the doctor if you develop any symptoms like excessive thirst, increased in the frequency of urination. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Antihypertensives

  You may experience hypotensive effects like dizziness, lightheadedness if these medicines are used together. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is necessary. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Disease

  Dementia

  This medicine is not recommended in the patients with dementia-related psychosis as it increases the risk of heart diseases like heart failure and infectious diseases like pneumonia. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Food

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• Ques : What is Mega Flexon Tablet?

  Ans : This medicine contains tramadol as the key ingredient. This drug falls under the class of opioid analgesics, thus helps in relieving pain.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Mega Flexon Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Mega Flexon Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Mega Flexon Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Mega Flexon Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : Is there anything I need to be careful about while on therapy with Mega Flexon Tablet?

  Ans : This drug may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. It is advised to consult a doctor before consuming this drug.