INTRODUCTION ABOUT FLEXON TABLET

FLEXON TABLET is a combination of Ibuprofen and Paracetamol, which belongs to the group of medicines called Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and Analgesics respectively. It is used to manage minor aches and pains such as headaches, toothaches, muscular aches, backaches, pain due to inflammation and for reduction of fever due to any of the above conditions in adults and children aged 12 years and above. Analgesics help to reduce fever.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to ibuprofen, paracetamol, or any other NSAIDs such as aspirin.

Also tell the doctor if you have, liver, kidney, or heart problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.

The most common side effects are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and dizziness. Consult your doctor for advice if any of the above side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

USES OF FLEXON TABLET

• It is used to manage minor aches and pains such as headaches, toothaches, muscular aches, backaches and pain due to inflammation and for reduction of fever due to any of the above conditions

HOW FLEXON TABLET WORKS

FLEXON TABLET collectively works as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs) and analgesic agent which works by inhibiting the effect of a chemical messenger called prostaglandins that are responsible for producing pain and inflammation. This blocks the Cox-enzyme (a natural substance produced in our body) thereby, restricting its action, which reduces the inflammation and pain at the site.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take FLEXON TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken with or without food.

For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow FLEXON TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FLEXON TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and Vomiting:

Take this medicine with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid taking any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heating pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume too much alcohol, as it can aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking FLEXON TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• other NSAIDs (Ex. naproxen, diclofenac)
• anti-hypertensives to reduce hypertension (Ex. atenolol, propranolol)
• diuretics promotes diuresis (Ex. hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide)
• cardiac glycosides to manage heart failure (Ex. digoxin, digitoxin)
• lithium to manage depression or anxiety
• methotrexate to manage cancer
• ciclosporin to manage rheumatoid arthritis
• mifepristone is used for abortion
• corticosteroids manage inflammation and allergy (Ex. prednisone, dexamethasone)
• anti-coagulants manage blood clots (Ex. warfarin)
• quinolone antibiotics are used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin)
• anti-platelet agents and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors to manage depression (Ex. citalopram, fluoxetine)
• immunosuppressant (Ex. tacrolimus)
• zidovudine to manage human immunodeficiency (HIV infection)
• cholestyramine to manage high cholesterol levels
• metoclopramide and domperidone to manage nausea and vomiting
• chloramphenicol to manage serious bacterial infections
• promethazine used to manage stomach ulcers

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of FLEXON TABLET, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms includes nausea, upset stomach, vomiting and gastric irritation, feel light-headed, dizzy, or drowsy, excitability, convulsions, blood in urine.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature