Flexofen MR Capsule is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Prakruti Pharmaceuticals. It is used in the treatment of muscular pain, joint pain, spondylosis, arthritis, etc.
Indication
Indication of Flexofen-MR Capsule:
Muscular pain
Body ache
Fatigue
Joint pain
spondylosis, Brachial neuritis.
Post viral fever, when the patient complains of body, muscle and joint pains
Bursitis,
Bursitis trochanterica,
Shoulder dislocation pain
Read related: Brachial Neuritis: Ayurvedic Treatment, Medicines, Remedies
Action
Action of Flexofen-MR Capsule:
Acts as the best painkiller without damaging any other organ of the body.
Strengthen the muscle, joints, ligaments and cartilages.
Reduces the inflammation of muscles.
Soothes the muscles and enhance the healing process of the muscle.
Rejuvenates the muscle, joints, tendons, ligaments and cartilages.
Doesn’t cause gastric irritation unlike other pain killers.
Dosage
Dosage of Flexofen-MR Capsule:
1 capsule twice a day after meals, or as directed by the physician.
With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine or as directed by the physician.
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.
How long to use?
This product can be used for a period of 2 – 3 months of time, based on your doctor’s advice.
Contents
Ingredients of Flexofen-MR Capsule:
Each capsule contains –
Langali – Gloria superba – 2 mg – Langali- Gloriosa superba is a plant mentioned in Ayurveda for the treatment of wound, swelling, skin disease, bite from poisonous animals, difficulty during labor, intestinal worms etc.
Shunti – Zingiber officinale – 100 mg
Krishna jeeraka – Nigella sativa – 50 mg
Shilajitu – Asphaltum – 50 mg
Ashwagandha – Withania somnifera – 50 mg
Rasna – Pluchea lanceolata – 50 mg – It is a herb mentioned in Ayurveda for the treatment of pain, indigestion, gout, cough and general debility.
Shallaki – Boswelia serrata – 50 mg
Yogaraja guggulu – 50 mg
Shuddha kupilu – Strychnos nuxvomica – 30 mg
Abhraka bhasma – 25 mg – It is a rejuvenating Ayurvedic medicine, prepared from Mica. It is used in Ayurvedic treatment of asthma, urinary disorders, skin diseases etc.
Kasisa bhasma – 25 mg
Side effects
Side effects of Flexofen MR Capsule:
There are no known side effects with this medicine.
However, it is best to use this medicine under medical supervision.
Store in a cool dry place, away from sunlight.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Seek your doctor’s advice for its usage during pregnancy.
This product can be safely used during lactation period and in children for a limited period of few weeks time.
Package, manufacturer and shelf life
Presentation & Package: Blister pack of 10*10 capsules.
Manufactured By: Prakruti Pharmaceuticals
Shelf life: 5 years from the date of manufacturing.
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
