Periflu 100mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Periflu 100mg Tablet

Flupirtine(100mg)

food interaction for Periflu Tablet

alcohol interaction for Periflu Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Periflu Tablet

lactation interaction for Periflu Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Periflu 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
Periflu 100mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Periflu 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Periflu 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Periflu 100mg Tablet

Flupirtine(100mg)

Periflu tablet uses

{med_name} is used in treatment of pain relief.

How periflu tablet works

Periflu 100mg Tablet decreases the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

Common side effects of periflu tablet

Fatigue, Dizziness, Nausea, Dryness in mouth, Tremors, Increased liver enzymes, Heartburn, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Loss of appetite, Depression, Headache, Abdominal discomfort, Sleep disturbance, Increased sweating, Restlessness, Nervousness, Flatulence, Diarrhea, Confusion, Vision disorder, Allergic reaction, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)

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Expert advice FOR Periflu Tablet

  • Flupirtine is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
  • Inform your doctor before starting Flupirtine if
    • You have an underlying liver disease
    • You take alcohol regularly
    • You are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Get your liver function tests done before starting Flupirtine and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
  • Stop taking Flupirtine and immediately inform your doctor if you get any symptoms of liver disease like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or yellow colored urine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Periflu 100mg Tablet

Flupirtine

Q. Is Periflu 100mg Tablet beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?
Yes, Periflu 100mg Tablet is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Periflu 100mg Tablet is yet to get formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is a disease that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.
Q. What is the benefit of using Periflu 100mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Both Periflu 100mg Tablet and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Periflu 100mg Tablet, pain relief is better as compared to single drug use. However, both can cause liver toxicity, so monitoring of liver function is very important when taken together.
Q. Does Periflu 100mg Tablet cause liver toxicity?
Yes, Periflu 100mg Tablet causes liver toxicity. Use of Periflu 100mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.
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Q. Can Periflu 100mg Tablet be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?
Periflu 100mg Tablet can be used for the relief of pain associated with osteorthritis and post orthopedic surgery pain. It is especially useful for patients who cannot take NSAIDs because of the risk of NSAID-induced gastritis.
Q. Does use of Periflu 100mg Tablet cause green discoloration of urine?
There have been case reports that Periflu 100mg Tablet causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.
Q. Is Periflu 100mg Tablet useful in the treatment of epilpesy?
Periflu 100mg Tablet is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Periflu 100mg Tablet for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.
Q. Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Periflu 100mg Tablet?
Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Periflu 100mg Tablet like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Periflu 100mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.

Content on this page was last updated on 26 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)