Retense Capsule

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Composition FOR Retense 100mg Capsule

Flupirtine(100mg)

food interaction for Retense Capsule

alcohol interaction for Retense Capsule

pregnancy interaction for Retense Capsule

lactation interaction for Retense Capsule

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Retense Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Retense Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Retense Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Retense Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Retense 100mg Capsule

Flupirtine(100mg)

Retense capsule uses

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How retense capsule works

Retense Capsule decreases pain perception by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain. It works by affecting specific nerve pathways that process pain, helping to reduce discomfort. With this action, it manages various types of pain, including muscle- and nerve-related pain.

Common side effects of retense capsule

Fatigue, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting, Upset stomach, Constipation, Loss of appetite, Sleep disturbance, Increased sweating

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Expert advice FOR Retense Capsule

  • Flupirtine is generally given when painkillers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
  • 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 Retense 100mg Capsule

Flupirtine

Q. What is the benefit of using Retense Capsule with paracetamol?
Both Retense Capsule and paracetamol help in relieving pain, but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Retense Capsule, 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. Can Retense Capsule be used to treat osteoarthritis pain?
Retense Capsule can be used to relieve pain associated with osteoarthritis and post-orthopedic surgery pain. It is especially useful for patients who cannot take NSAIDs because of the risk of NSAID-induced gastritis.
Q. Is Retense Capsule useful in the treatment of epilpesy?
Retense Capsule is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Retense Capsule for treating epilepsy, and this effect is still being explored.

Content on this page was last updated on 19 September, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)