Flupirtina is a medicine known commercially as Katadolon.
This oral medication is an analgesic and muscle relaxant that is indicated for the treatment of headaches and joint pain.
Indications of Flupirtina
Headache; dysmenorrhea; neuritis; neuralgia; joint pain; post-surgical pain; pain from injury, burns and scarring; toothache.
Flupirtina Side Effects
Dry mouth; constipation; diarrhea; stomachache; nausea; vomiting; urticaria; itching; skin rash; visual disturbance; elevation of body temperature; dizziness; sweating; somnolence; depression; tremor; agitation; nervousness; gases; mental confusion; fever; hepatitis.
Contraindications of Flupirtina
Pregnant or lactating women; individuals with liver disease.
How to use Flupirtina
Oral use
Adults
- Administer 100 mg Flupirtine 3 or 4 times daily. Treatment should not last longer than 4 weeks.
Dosage limits for adults : 600 mg per day.
