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Flexiflam S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Flexiflam S have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flexiflam S. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Flexiflam S are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. These side effects of Flexiflam S are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Flexiflam S has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flexiflam S related warnings talks about Flexiflam S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Flexiflam S is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Heart Attack as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Flexiflam S with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flexiflam S is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Flexiflam S is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flexiflam S is used -
Common
Is the use of Flexiflam S safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Flexiflam S. If you are pregnant, do not take Flexiflam S without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Flexiflam S safe during breastfeeding?
Flexiflam S may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Flexiflam S on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Flexiflam S. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Flexiflam S on the Liver?
Flexiflam S may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Flexiflam S on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Flexiflam S. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Flexiflam S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flexiflam S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flexiflam S habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Flexiflam S is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Flexiflam S can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Flexiflam S only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Flexiflam S in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Flexiflam S
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Flexiflam S, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flexiflam S
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flexiflam S with alcohol will be.
No, Flexiflam S is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Flexiflam S and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
Flexiflam S is a pain relieving medicine. One should take as long as he/she has been recommended to take. However, sometimes even after symptomatic relief your doctor may ask you to continue with medication to reduce inflammations in the body.
Yes, Flexiflam S can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
No, Flexiflam S cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Flexiflam S is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience