Flexin 500mg Tablet contains Naproxen 500mg and is manufactured by Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd. It belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) group and is used to relieve pain, inflammation and swelling associated with several musculoskeletal and inflammatory conditions. Pakistani medicine records list Flexin 500mg as a 20-tablet pack.

Naproxen works by reducing the production of substances called prostaglandins that contribute to pain and inflammation. Flexin may be prescribed for conditions such as arthritis, acute gout, menstrual pain, muscle and joint pain, tendonitis and bursitis.

Uses

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Acute gout
• Muscle and joint pain
• Tendonitis
• Bursitis
• Menstrual cramps
• Dental pain
• Headache and migraine
• Other painful inflammatory conditions as prescribed

Benefits

• Helps relieve mild to moderate pain
• Reduces inflammation and swelling
• Helps relieve joint stiffness
• May improve mobility in inflammatory joint conditions
• Provides relief from menstrual and musculoskeletal pain

Dosage

• Take Flexin 500mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet with water.
• Taking naproxen with or after food may help reduce stomach irritation.
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest appropriate duration.
• Do not take additional naproxen or other NSAIDs unless advised by your doctor.

Possible Side Effects

Possible side effects include:

• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Dizziness
• Headache

More serious problems can include stomach ulcers or bleeding, kidney problems, liver problems and cardiovascular complications, particularly with prolonged use or in people with risk factors. Seek medical attention for black stools, vomiting blood, severe stomach pain, chest pain or difficulty breathing.

Precautions

• Avoid Flexin if you have had an allergic reaction to naproxen, aspirin or other NSAIDs.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding.
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, heart or blood-pressure problems.
• Do not combine it with other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or diclofenac unless specifically advised.
• Naproxen should generally be avoided during the third trimester of pregnancy.
• Tell your doctor about blood thinners, corticosteroids and other medicines you take.

FAQs

Q1: What is Flexin 500mg Tablet used for?

Flexin contains naproxen and is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with arthritis, gout, menstrual cramps, muscle pain, dental pain and other inflammatory conditions.

Q2: What is the active ingredient in Flexin 500mg?

Each tablet contains Naproxen 500mg. Pakistani records identify Flexin as naproxen sodium 550mg equivalent to 500mg naproxen.

Q3: Is Flexin an antibiotic?

No. Flexin is an NSAID painkiller and anti-inflammatory medicine.

Q4: Can Flexin be used for toothache?

Naproxen may provide temporary relief from dental pain, but the underlying cause of toothache should be evaluated by a dentist if the pain persists.

Q5: Can Flexin be taken for menstrual pain?

Yes. Naproxen is commonly used to relieve primary menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea).