Flexon Strip Of 15 Tablets
Medical Description
Flexon tablet is manufactured by Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd. It is used to treat painful periods, dental pain, pain due to injury, sprain, fever, strain and post-operative pain. Flexon tablet contains a combination of ibuprofen and paracetamol as its active ingredients. It works by preventing the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation.
A few other medicines that contain similar composition are Ibuflamar P 400mg tablet, Fenceta tablet, Ibugesic Plus tablet and Combiflam tablet.
Flexon should be taken as advised by the doctor and in the correct doses for the exact duration as prescribed. To avoid stomach problems, you can take this tablet with or after food. Do not skip a dose or consume more than that recommended by the doctor.
Flexon tablets should be used for short-term management of pain and fever. If there is no improvement in your condition after 3-4 days, consult your doctor. You should not take more than 3 tablets of Flexon in any 24 hours. Inform your doctor about all the existing medicines and medical conditions before starting with Tab Flexon.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹27.00 |
You Save | ₹4.40 (14% on MRP) |
Contains | Ibuprofen(400.0 Mg) + Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(325.0 Mg) |
Uses | Pain, inflammation, fever |
Side effects | Nausea, headache, indigestion, vomiting |
Therapy | ANALGESIC/ANTIPYRETIC |
Uses of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Contraindications of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to ibuprofen, paracetamol or any other ingredients of Flexon tablet.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction due to painkillers like aspirin, etc..
- If you are taking medicines containing paracetamol, ibuprofen or other pain medicines.
- If you have a history of ulcers or bleeding in the digestive tract.
- If you have an active clotting disorder or disorder related to the blood supply to the brain.
- If you are experiencing fluid loss (due to vomiting, diarrhoea, or not drinking enough fluids).
- If you have kidney or liver function problems.
- If you are pregnant (last trimester), it should not be given to children under 12 years of age (<40kgs).
Side effects of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Bloating
- Constipation
Precautions and Warnings of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are an elderly person.
- You may have high blood pressure or heart, kidney or liver diseases.
- Experience stomach bleeding and ulcers after taking medicine.
- You have a history of or suffer from asthma & nasal allergy.
- You may suffer from an immune disorder, where your immune system acts against the body tissues.
- You may have a hereditary disorder like G6PD deficiency or porphyria (blood disorders).
- If an alcoholic or recently had surgery.
- If you are trying to conceive, you should discontinue the medicine.
- You may develop skin allergies like rashes, itching, bumps, blisters, etc.
- Flexon tablets must not be used in children below 12 years of age.
Directions for Use of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Storage and disposal of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- Store this medicine below 30°C.
- Keep this medicine out of reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- It is advised to not consume alcohol when taking Flexon Tablet as it may result in excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage. Also, avoid taking any other medicine that contains paracetamol (for pain/fever or cough and cold) without consulting your doctor first. If you have severe kidney or liver disorders, it is recommended to talk to your doctor....
- Flexon Tablets may have side effects such as dry mouth, dizziness, and constipation. Long-term use of painkillers can lead to kidney damage as they lower the body's prostaglandin levels, which are important for kidney protection. Therefore, exceeding the recommended dosage or prolonged use is not advised and requires close monitoring by a healthcare professional....
- Individuals with allergies to its components, a history of stomach ulcers, heart failure, high blood pressure, or liver/kidney disease should avoid taking it.
- Dizziness, tiredness, and vision disturbances may occur after taking this medicine. If you experience any such effects, it is recommended that you avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or performing any tasks that require mental alertness....
- Flexon tablets should be taken with food to minimise side effects like stomach discomfort.
Dosage of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
- Ibuprofen is a pain-relieving medicine that reduces the production of certain chemicals within the body that are responsible for pain and inflammation and thus helps in relieving inflammation and pain....
- Paracetamol is an antipyretic and an analgesic. It acts on the brain and blocks certain chemical messengers in the brain that tell us that we have pain. It also acts as a centre responsible for controlling body temperature and thus reduces fever....
Interactions of FLEXON STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines affect the way Flexon tablet works or Flexon tablet itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interactions.
- If taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder....
- There is a risk of bleeding if taking medicines to thin the blood like warfarin and coumarin.
- Increased risk of fits if taking the medicine with antibiotics like levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin.
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)