Flupirtine Benefits & Uses

Flupirtine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pain
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Other Benefits

Flupirtine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Flupirtine Related Warnings

Is the use of Flupirtine safe for pregnant women?

Flupirtine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Flupirtine again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Flupirtine safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Flupirtine in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Flupirtine is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Flupirtine on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Flupirtine. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flupirtine on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Flupirtine. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flupirtine on the Heart?

Flupirtine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flupirtine with Other Drugs

Flupirtine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Flupirtine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flupirtine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Flupirtine

Is this Flupirtine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Flupirtine.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Flupirtine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flupirtine only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Flupirtine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Flupirtine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flupirtine

There is no information on the effects of taking Flupirtine with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Flupirtine

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Flupirtine as it can have severe side effects.

Severe