Lupitrin Sr Tablet belongs to a group of 'non-opioid analgesics' medicines used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation and emotional experience that is associated with damage to tissues. It allows the body to react and prevent further tissue damage. Pain can be short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic). Perception of pain can differ from person to person where from tolerable to non-tolerable. 

Lupitrin Sr Tablet compromises of 'Flupirtine' that exerts dual effects by relaxing muscles and treating pain. It works by blocking the signals responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation produced at the sites of injury and damage.

Take Lupitrin Sr Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. Some persons may experience common side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, pruritus (itchy skin), dry mouth and gastric fullness, nausea and muscle tremor. Most of the side effects of Lupitrin Sr Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Lupitrin Sr Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Lupitrin Sr Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Lupitrin Sr Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol and Lupitrin Sr Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness, it might also increase stomach bleeding risk. Do not take other pain killers along with Lupitrin Sr Tablet unless prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects. People with hepatic encephalopathy, myasthenia gravis, any liver problems, tinnitus should not take Lupitrin Sr Tablet as it may lead to life-threatening conditions.

Lupitrin Sr Tablet is used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with muscle pain involving the musculoskeletal system, tension headaches, dental extraction, pain associated with muscle spasm, tumour or cancer pain and pain after trauma-related/orthopaedic surgery and injuries. Additionally, Lupitrin Sr Tablet also relieve symptoms of abnormal menses cycle like menstrual period pain, premenstrual syndrome symptoms (PMS) and heavy menstrual periods management in women. Lupitrin Sr Tablet exerts dual effects by relaxing muscles and treating pain. It works by blocking the signals responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation produced at the sites of injury and damage. Lupitrin Sr Tablet has better tolerability than other pain killers and has low gastric problems (like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer and blockage). Long-term use of opioids pain killers leads to side effects like nausea, constipation, sedation, confusion, pruritis, urinary retention, tolerance and dependence which may be experienced with Lupitrin Sr Tablet . 

• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Heartburn
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Stomach trouble
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea/vomiting
• Restlessness/nervousness

A person dealing with kidney problems, over 65 years of age or taking blood clotting (anticoagulants) medicines should only take Lupitrin Sr Tablet after consulting with the doctor. Lupitrin Sr Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as safety and efficacy of Lupitrin Sr Tablet is not established. However, your doctor may prescribe Lupitrin Sr Tablet for you during pregnancy if he/she feels the benefit to you outweighs the risk. While Lupitrin Sr Tablet may pass in the lactating mother's breast milk, it is advisable to take it only if prescribed by your doctor. Lupitrin Sr Tablet tends to cause stomach upset. Thus, it is recommended to consume Lupitrin Sr Tablet with meals to minimize gastric side effects. If you have a peptic ulcer diagnosis, Lupitrin Sr Tablet is best avoided unless prescribed by your doctor. Lupitrin Sr Tablet can cause liver injury when taken in large doses. Concomitant use of alcohol is best avoided as it aggravates liver toxicity. Although it is generally a safe medicine to use, it should be avoided in patients with kidney disease as Lupitrin Sr Tablet may hurt renal functions. In case you develop diarrhoea or vomiting when taking Lupitrin Sr Tablet , consult your doctor about the continuation of Lupitrin Sr Tablet as it can increase dehydration and lead to kidney damage. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided during the treatment with Lupitrin Sr Tablet as it may lead to increased risk of liver damage. If you have a severe allergy to painkillers or have hepatic encephalopathy, myasthenia gravis any liver problems then don't take Lupitrin Sr Tablet as it can cause serious side effects. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Drugs containing painkillers (nimesulide, paracetamol), blood clotting agents (warfarin), blood pressure-lowering agents (hydrochlorothiazide),anti-epilepsy medicine (carbamazepine), medicines for mania (lithium) should not be taken with Lupitrin Sr Tablet as they may interact with Lupitrin Sr Tablet . 

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol as it may worsen liver problems.

Drug-Disease Interaction: People with hepatic encephalopathy, myasthenia gravis, any liver problems, or tinnitus should not take Lupitrin Sr Tablet as it may lead to life-threatening conditions. 

• NIMESULIDE
• WARFARIN
• HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
• LITHIUM
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• PARACETAMOL

• Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
• Massages can also be helpful.
• Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
• Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.
• Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
• Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
• To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
• Hot or cold therapy can help treat pain. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
• Do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching, low impact aerobic exercise like walking on a treadmill, bike riding and swimming. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights.
• Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, vitamin D, calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing inflammation in the tissue.

Persons taking Lupitrin Sr Tablet may have false-positive results for urobilinogen, bilirubin and urine protein on urine test strips. So tell your lab assistant that you are taking Lupitrin Sr Tablet .

Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain can be dull or sharp. It can be described as a stinging, throbbing, sore and pinching sensation. Pain can occur frequently, or it can be consistent. The tolerance of pain can vary from person to person. Pain can be acute or can occur for a longer duration, it can be localized or can be overall. The common causes of pain are cramps, headache, muscle strain, arthritis or bone fractures. Pain can help diagnose a person's condition to know any underlying problems.