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Flexabenz is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel, Spray, Tablet, Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Flexabenz have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Flexabenz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Flexabenz are Skin irritation, Sensation of Burning, Sensation of Stinging. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flexabenz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Flexabenz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Flexabenz's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flexabenz related warnings talks about Flexabenz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Dehydration, Stomach Infection must refrain from the use of Flexabenz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flexabenz contraindications section.
Besides this, Flexabenz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Flexabenz is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Flexabenz is used to treat the following -
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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Flexabenz safe for pregnant women?
Flexabenz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Flexabenz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Flexabenz safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Flexabenz for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Flexabenz on the Kidneys?
Using Flexabenz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Flexabenz on the Liver?
Flexabenz does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Flexabenz on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Flexabenz for the heart.
Flexabenz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flexabenz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flexabenz habit forming or addictive?
Flexabenz does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Flexabenz
It is safe to take Flexabenz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flexabenz
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Flexabenz and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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