Manufacturers

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Salt Composition

Metaxalone (400mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Muscle relaxation Flexura 400 Tablet is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve rigidity, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for such symptoms. It effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement.u003cbr>Take Flexura 400 Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Benefits

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flexura 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description

Flexura 400 Tablet is a muscle relaxer. It provides relief from the discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as rigidity, tension, stiffness, and muscle spasms.Flexura 400 Tablet can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.Some common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nervousness, nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal upset. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flexura 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Flexura 400 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Flexura 400 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Flexura 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Flexura 400 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Flexura 400 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Flexura 400 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Flexura 400 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging Detail

strip of 10 tablets

Package

Strip

Qty

10

Product Form

Tablet

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Phenol Ethers Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: PAIN ANALGESICS|Action Class :: Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting

Primary Use

Muscle relaxation

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Muscle relaxation

Common Side Effect

Drowsiness | Dizziness | Headache | Nausea | Vomiting | Gastrointestinal discomfort

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Liverinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Manufacturer Address

Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135

Q A

Q. Is Flexura 400 Tablet addictive?::: No. Flexura 400 Tablet is not addictive. Only if taken with CNS depressants, then there are chances of addition due to relief action| Q. Is Flexura 400 Tablet a narcotic?::: No. Flexura 400 Tablet is not a narcotic drug. It is a muscle relaxant| Q. Is Flexura 400 Tablet safe?::: Flexura 400 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor| Q. Is Flexura 400 Tablet gluten free?::: Yes. Flexura 400 Tablet is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before you use| Q. Can I take Flexura 400 Tablet for a toothache?::: Flexura 400 Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It is used to treat muscle spasm (pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries). Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use| Q. Does Flexura 400 Tablet make you sleep?::: Yes, Flexura 400 Tablet may make you sleepy| Q. Does Flexura 400 Tablet work and what does Flexura 400 Tablet treat?::: Flexura 400 Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It is used to treat muscle spasm (pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries)| Q. Does Flexura 400 Tablet cause tiredness?::: Flexura 400 Tablet may cause unusual tiredness. Inform your doctor immediately in case you experience unusual tiredness| Q. Does Flexura 400 Tablet cause constipation/ weight gain?::: Flexura 400 Tablet is not known to cause side effects such as constipation or weight gain| Q. Does Flexura 400 Tablet make you high?::: Flexura 400 Tablet does not have any known effect in getting high| Q. Does Flexura 400 Tablet contain acetaminophen?::: No.Flexura 400 Tablet does not contain acetaminophen.

How It Works

Flexura 400 Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.

Marketer Details

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd | Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135

Reference

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 121-23. | Metaxalone. Hobart, NY: Mallinckrodt Inc.; 2006. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2006/013217s046lbl.pdf | Drugs.com. Metaxalone. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.drugs.com/pregnancy/metaxalone.html