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Flupirtine

Uses

Flupirtine is used for pain relief.

How it Works

Flupirtine decreases the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Flupirtine include fatigue, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, tremors, heartburn, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, loss of appetite, depression, headache, abdominal discomfort, sleep disturbances, increased sweating, restlessness, nervousness, flatulence, and diarrhea.

Expert Advice

Flupirtine is prescribed when painkillers (NSAIDs) cannot be used due to gastric damage caused by them.
Inform your doctor before starting Flupirtine if you:

Have an underlying liver disease
Regularly consume alcohol
Are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding

Get your liver function tests done before starting Flupirtine and continue with follow-up tests every week while you are taking the medication.
Stop taking Flupirtine and immediately inform your doctor if you experience any symptoms of liver disease, such as:

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Yellow-colored urine

Other Combinations

Flupirtine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)

Flupirtine + Thiocolchicoside

Related Medications

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Flupitime 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹99

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 400mg

Lupirtin SR 400mg Tablet 10s

Strip of 10 tablets

₹337.5

Flupitime 400mg Tablet SR 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹193.8

MRP ₹285

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Fluvista 100mg Capsule 10s

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹65.9

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Flupirza 100mg Capsule 10s

Icon Life Sciences

Strip of 10 capsules

₹131.3

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Acronil 100mg Capsule 10s

Consern Pharma Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹90

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Flupixa 100mg Capsule

Ajanta Pharma Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹65

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Safertine 100mg Capsule

Vanprom Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹140

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Flupishine 100mg Capsule 10s

Unilight Pharma

Strip of 10 capsules

₹95

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Relaxin Capsule

Daeiou Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹120

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Retagil 100mg Capsule

Strip of 10 capsules

₹95

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Snepdol Capsule

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹89

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Exotin 100mg Capsule 10s

Galaxus Pharmaceuticals

Strip of 10 capsules

₹99

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Zypirtin Capsule

Zeyyer Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹99

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Phor 100mg Capsule

Vynod Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹110

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Flupirest 100mg Capsule

Matteo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹109

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 400mg

Flureptin SR 400mg Tablet 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹285

Flupitime 400mg Tablet SR 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹193.8

MRP ₹285

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 100mg

Flugesic 100mg Tablet SR 10s

Strip of 10 tablets

₹223.1

MRP ₹278.9

Salt Composition in both

Flupirtine 100mg

Torvin 100mg Capsule 10s

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹65.6

Flureptin 100mg Capsule 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹59.4

MRP ₹92.8

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 400mg

Rypirtin 400mg Capsule

Strip of 10 capsules

₹224

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 100mg

Retowel 100mg Tablet

Welgenic Pharma

Strip of 10 tablets

₹89

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 100mg

Flupicare 100mg Tablet 10s

Psychocare Health Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹128

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 100mg

Winmark Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹210

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 10mg

Flupinex 10mg Capsule

Human Biolife India Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 capsules

₹121

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 100mg

Flutine 100mg Tablet

Netprime Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹120

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Flupirtine 100mg

Foxpirtin Tablet

Mindwave Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹125

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Frequently asked questions

Does Flupirtine cause liver toxicity?

Yes, Flupirtine can cause liver toxicity and is contraindicated in patients with underlying liver disease.

Is Flupirtine useful in the treatment of epilepsy?

Flupirtine is not approved for epilepsy treatment, but some animal studies suggest it may have beneficial effects, which are still under investigation.

What is the benefit of using Flupirtine with paracetamol?

Flupirtine and paracetamol provide pain relief through different mechanisms. When used together, they enhance pain relief compared to using either drug alone. However, both can cause liver toxicity, so monitoring liver function is essential when combined.

Is Flupirtine beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?

Flupirtine has shown potential benefits in treating fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, but it has not received formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.

Does the use of Flupirtine cause green discoloration of urine?

There are case reports of Flupirtine causing green urine discoloration, although this effect is uncommon. Notify your doctor if you experience this symptom.

Can Flupirtine be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?

Flupirtine can relieve pain associated with osteoarthritis and post-operative orthopedic pain, especially in patients who cannot take NSAIDs due to the risk of NSAID-induced gastritis.

Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Flupirtine?

Yes, withdrawal symptoms such as sweating, tremors, and mood changes may occur after discontinuing long-term use of Flupirtine. Inform your doctor if you experience these symptoms.