Q) How does FLUGESIC P TABLET work? A) FLUGESIC P TABLET is the combination of two drugs: Flupirtine maleate (Non-opioid analgesic) and Paracetamol (Analgesic/Antipyretic). Flupirtine maleate acts by blocking glutamate receptors and reducing the pain. Paracetamol works by blocking some chemicals that cause pain and inflammation. While other NSAIDs acts on COX-2 enzymes, paracetamol acts on other enzymes. It also reduces fever by increasing the temperature threshold.
Q) Is FLUGESIC P TABLET a narcotic medicine? A) No, FLUGESIC P TABLET is not a narcotic medicine. FLUGESIC P TABLET is a composition of flupirtine maleate and paracetamol. Flupirtine maleate is a non-opioid analgesic. It is not an opioid painkiller. It is used to treat and relieve pain and inflammation. FLUGESIC P TABLET does not contain opioid or narcotic drugs.
Q) Can FLUGESIC P TABLET be given to cancer patients? A) Yes, FLUGESIC P TABLET can be given to cancer patients to relive the pain. However, you are recommended not to take more than the prescribed dose of FLUGESIC P TABLET. If your experience severe nausea, vomiting, stomach upset or heartburn, please contact your doctor.
Q) Does FLUGESIC P TABLET cure rheumatoid arthritis? A) No, FLUGESIC P TABLET do not cure rheumatoid arthritis, however, FLUGESIC P TABLET helps in relieving the symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis like pain and inflammation. Your doctor may prescribe FLUGESIC P TABLET along with other medications for treating rheumatoid arthritis.
Q) Does FLUGESIC P TABLET cause nausea and vomiting? A) Yes, FLUGESIC P TABLET is known to cause nausea and vomiting, if taken for long periods. Taking FLUGESIC P TABLET with food may help in avoiding nausea. It is suggested to avoid spicy meals and fried food while taking FLUGESIC P TABLET. In case of vomiting, take frequent sips of fluids to avoid vomiting. Talk your doctor if vomiting persists and if you feel dehydration while taking FLUGESIC P TABLET.
