Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
About Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet treats inflammations as well as pain. It acts as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that controls hormones in the body which cause pain and inflammation. It thus offers relief from several problems like toothache, headache, arthritis, pain in the back, other types of small injuries and menstrual cramps.
The drug is suitable for adults as well as children who are 6 months and above. Ensure that you do not take Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet if you are or have/had-
- Heart disease
- Risk of suffering from a stroke
- Heart attack
- A bypass operation.
- Allergic to any substance that is present in Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet.
Even those who do not have heart problems are likely to suffer a stroke or a heart attack because of prolonged use of Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet. If you have health problems like asthma, fluid retention, kidney issues, frequent development of ulcers and bleeding, ask you medical practitioner if you can take Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet.
The drug should not be taken during the last trimester of pregnancy as it has been found that it can harm the fetus. Research has not revealed if the drug is harmful for infants who are still breast feeding. In this case it is best that you take your doctor’s advice.
You will experience a few side effects when you take this medication. In case of Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet some minor side effects that may occur are anemia, vomiting, hypertension, hemorrhage, low hemoglobin levels and eosinophilia. These side effects are quite common and will go away in some time.
Get in touch with your health care provider as soon as possible if you develop some of these more serious side effects like pain in the stomach, indigestion, problems with breathing, weight gain, itchy skin, feeling excessively tired and weak, problems with urinations and bowel movements, development of acid in the stomach etc.
What are the uses of Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
Dysmenorrhea
Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used to relieve excessive pain and cramps during menstruation.
Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms like tender and painful joints associated with Osteoarthritis.
Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms like swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Fever And Pain
Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used to treat headache, back pain, and fever.
What are the contraindications of Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs
Not recommended in patients with known conditions like asthma, rhinitis, and urticaria.
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (Cabg)
Not recommended in patients with recent heart surgery.
Not recommended in patients with peptic ulcer disease or any gastrointestinal bleeding disorders.
What are the side effects of Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?
Acid Or Sour Stomach
Heartburn
Nausea Or Vomiting
Abdominal Discomfort
Decreased Urine Output
Yellow Colored Eyes Or Skin
Ringing Or Buzzing In The Ears
Nervousness
Loss Of Appetite
Running Nose
Key highlights of Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 4 to 6 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medication can be observed in 30 to 60 minutes.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medication is known to excreted through breast milk in small amounts. It is recommended in breastfeeding women.
Is It safe with alcohol?
This medicine is found to be unsafe to consume with alcohol.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
This medicine affects the alertness of the patient.Thus patient must avoid driving if taking this medication.
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution must be taken in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose must be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Does this affect liver function?
Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose must be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What are the substitutes for Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Ibuflamar P 400Mg/500Mg Tablet
Indoco Remedies Ltd
- Ibucon Plus 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
Concept Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Ibun 400 mg/500 mg Tablet
Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Multigon Tablet
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Ibuwin 400 mg/500 mg Tablet
Wings Biotech Ltd
- Ibupil Plus 400 mg/500 mg Tablet
Psychotropics India Ltd
- Brugin Tablet
Iatros Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Tolfen Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd
- Ibuflam 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
Natco Pharma Ltd
- Arden Plus 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
Adonis Laboratories Pvt Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that works by inhibiting the enzymes cyclo-oxygenase I and II. This leads to a decrease in the synthesis of prostaglandins that regulate fever, inflammation, pain and swelling.
What are the interactions of Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?
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
Interaction with Medicine
Interaction with Disease
FAQs about Flexon 400 Mg/500 Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet?
Ans : Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet is a medication which is from a group of drugs known as NSAIDs(nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). It is also used to treat symptoms of fever and prevents from the formation of blood clots. Apart from that, its excess usage could also induce inflammation. Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet perform its actions by inhibiting the activity of a chemical which causes pain.
Ques : What is Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet used for?
Ans : Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet is a medication which is used for the treatment, control, and prevention of the following conditions like: Backache, Muscle ache, Swelling, Bursitis, Sciatica, Torticollis, Tendinitis, Muscle spasm, Fever, Mild migraine, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Osteoarthritis, Menstrual pain and Gout.
Ques : What are the side effects of Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet?
Ans : There are some precautions and side effects to be taken before using this tablet, consult your doctor about the risks and benefits of this medication. There are some known side effects of the Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet, which may or may not appear always but some of them are rare and serious. If you observe any of the below mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet, which are mentioned below: Abdominal pain, Headache, Nausea, Rash, Loss of appetite, Increase of blood creatinine and urea, Indigestion, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Fluid retention, Abnormal vision, Coma, Declining hemoglobin, Confusion, Flatue, Insomnia, Low blood sugar, Stomach ulcer, Tremor swollen male breast tissues, Thickened respiratory tract, Immune system disorder and Vomiting of blood.
Ques : Is it safe to use Flexon?
Ans : Flexon 400 mg 500 mg tablet is a medication which can be safe to use for some patients and on the other hand it can cause some known side effects such as Nausea, Vomiting, Heartburn and diarrhea. If you are observing any above mentioned side effects due to this tablet, It would be best to consult the doctor for further risks and benefits of this medication.
Ques : Can I stop taking Flexon when my pain is relieved?
Ans : No, Flexon should not stop when pain is relieved. Patient should consult to doctor and follow doctor’s prescription of taking this medication.
Ques : Can the use of Flexon cause nausea and vomiting?
Ans : Yes. Flexon can cause nausea and vomiting. It may also lead to stomach pain, dark urine, abnormal blood count, heartburn, fatigue and mouth ulcer.
Ques : Can the use of Flexon cause dizziness?
Ans : Yes. Flexon can cause dizziness. It may also lead to stomach pain, dark urine, abnormal blood count, heartburn, fatigue and mouth ulcer.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Flexon?
Ans : Flexon should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.
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