Flexabenz Information
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 Benefits & Uses
Flexabenz is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Flexabenz 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
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Flexabenz Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flexabenz is used -
Severe
- Nephrotoxic
- Diarrhoea
- Pancreatic inflammation
- Liver Damage
Moderate
- Blurred vision
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Hallucinations
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
- Fluid Retention
- पेट दर्द
- Arrhythimia
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Dry Mouth
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Common
- Skin irritation
- Sensation of Burning
- Sensation of Stinging
Unknown
- Altered taste
- Impaired Concentration
- Stomach Upset
Flexabenz Related Warnings
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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.
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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.
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What is the effect of Flexabenz on the Kidneys?
Using Flexabenz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
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What is the effect of Flexabenz on the Liver?
Flexabenz does not damage the liver.
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What is the effect of Flexabenz on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Flexabenz for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Flexabenz with Other Drugs
Flexabenz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Flexabenz Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flexabenz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Glaucoma
- Dehydration
- Allergy
- Edema
- Stomach Infection
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Kidney Disease
- Skin Rash
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Asthma
- Anemia
- Heart Failure
- Liver Disease
- Peptic Ulcer
- Dermatitis
- Depression
- Epilepsy
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Flexabenz
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Is this Flexabenz habit forming or addictive?
Flexabenz does not cause addiction.
Flexabenz Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Flexabenz
It is safe to take Flexabenz with food.
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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.
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