Flextra 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet Information

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Joint Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Flextra 500 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flextra 500 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Flextra 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flextra 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Flextra 500 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flextra 500 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Flextra Benefits & Uses
Flextra Dosage & How to Take
Flextra Side Effects
Flextra Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flextra with Other Drugs
Flextra Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flextra
Flextra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet 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: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flextra 500 Mg Tablet is used -

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Flextra without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Flextra for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Flextra does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Flextra on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Using Flextra does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Flextra 500 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Mild

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flextra 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Asthma
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Flextra 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Flextra 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Flextra 500 Mg Tablet is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Flextra 500 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flextra 500 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Flextra 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flextra 500 Mg Tablet

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Flextra 500 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Flextra 500 Mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Flextra 500 Mg Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flextra 500 Mg Tablet

Question about 6 years ago

What is Flextra?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Flextra is a brand name of glucosamine and it is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is a dietary supplement and a precursor of glycosaminoglycans which is used to provide relief from symptoms of mild to moderate osteoarthritis.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Flextra?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Take Flextra once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Flextra without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flextra can be used without consulting a doctor because it is an over the counter drug which does not require a prescription.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Flextra safe to use?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flextra is safe to use, if it is taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as nausea, abdominal (stomach) pain, and diarrhoea. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flextra cause constipation?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flextra may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.