Lupirtin Capsule
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Product introduction
Lupirtin Capsule is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat acute and chronic pain associated with various conditions such as muscle pain, headache, nerve pain, postoperative pain, and menstrual cramps. It is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
Lupirtin Capsule 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 of the common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, dryness in mouth, and abdominal bloating. 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.
Lupirtin Capsule 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 of the common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, dryness in mouth, and abdominal bloating. 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.
Uses of Lupirtin Capsule
Benefits of Lupirtin Capsule
In Pain relief
Lupirtin Capsule helps relieve moderate to severe pain in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like muscle pain, headache, nerve pain, postoperative pain, and menstrual cramps. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This medicine helps one go about their daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Lupirtin Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lupirtin
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Tremors
- Heartburn
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
- Depression
- Headache
- Abdominal discomfort
- Sleep disturbance
- Increased sweating
- Restlessness
- Nervousness
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
How to use Lupirtin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Lupirtin Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Lupirtin Capsule works
Lupirtin Capsule decreases the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Lupirtin Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lupirtin Capsule 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lupirtin Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lupirtin Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lupirtin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lupirtin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lupirtin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lupirtin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lupirtin Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Lupirtin Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Lupirtin Capsule is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
- Inform your doctor before starting Lupirtin Capsule 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 Lupirtin Capsule and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
- Stop taking Lupirtin Capsule and immediately inform your doctor if you get any symptoms of liver disease like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or yellow colored urine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyridine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Selective neuronal potassium channel openers (SNEPCO)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Lupirtin Capsule
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Lupirtin Capsule for?
Musculo-skele*
45%
Nerve pain
30%
Pain relief
10%
Headache
10%
Others
5%
*Musculo-skeletal pain
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
44%
Average
39%
Poor
17%
What were the side-effects while using Lupirtin Capsule?
No Side Effec*
33%
Dizziness
17%
Drowsiness
17%
Dryness in mo*
17%
Nausea
17%
*No Side Effect, Dryness in mouth
How do you take Lupirtin Capsule?
With food
75%
With or witho*
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Lupirtin Capsule on price
Average
47%
Not Expensive
33%
Expensive
20%
FAQs
Is Lupirtin Capsule beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?
Yes, Lupirtin Capsule is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Lupirtin Capsule is yet to get formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is a disease that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.
What is the benefit of using Lupirtin Capsule with paracetamol?
Both Lupirtin Capsule and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Lupirtin 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.
Does Lupirtin Capsule cause liver toxicity?
Yes, Lupirtin Capsule causes liver toxicity. Use of Lupirtin Capsule is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.
Can Lupirtin Capsule be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?
Lupirtin Capsule 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.
Does use of Lupirtin Capsule cause green discoloration of urine?
There have been case reports that Lupirtin Capsule causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.
Is Lupirtin Capsule useful in the treatment of epilpesy?
Lupirtin Capsule is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Lupirtin Capsule for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.
Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Lupirtin Capsule?
Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Lupirtin Capsule like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Lupirtin Capsule. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.
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Marketer details
Name: Lupin Ltd
Address: 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Lupirtin Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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