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Flexsa belongs to the group of drugs acting on the musculoskeletal system and is available in powder form. The main ingredient of Flexsa is glucosamine, which is indicated for the symptomatic relief of mild and moderate osteoarthritis of the knee. However, Flexsa can cause side effects during use such as digestive disorders, drowsiness, headache... Therefore, patients need to learn carefully before using Flexsa.
1. What is Flexsa?
The main ingredient of the drug is glucosamine, which works in the metabolism of joint nutrients by stimulating the biosynthesis of mucopolysaccharide compounds (main components of the cartilage matrix). In addition, this compound also stimulates the formation of bone mesenchymal, thereby improving the ability of bones to absorb calcium.
Increased mucus production will cause the viscosity of synovial fluid to increase and make joints lubricated effectively.
2. What does Flexsa do?
Flexsa is indicated in the prevention and treatment of degenerative joint conditions, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation around the joints, osteochondrosis, fractures, trauma leading to arthritis or chronic arthritis. However, Flexsa is contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the drug's ingredients, adolescents under 18 years of age and women who are pregnant or nursing.3. Dosage and how to use Flexsa
Flexsa is used orally. Flexsa is in powder form, so it will be dissolved in 1 glass of water and used with meals. In addition, Flexsa can be used as monotherapy or in combination with other drugs such as Chondroitin 1200mg/day. The duration of use of the drug can last from 2 to 3 months depending on the response and effectiveness of the drug Flexsa.
Note: The recommended dose of Flexsa above is for reference only. Therefore, before using Flexsa, patients need to follow the doctor's prescription.
4. Management of missed dose and overdose of Flexsa
If you miss a dose of Flexsa, use it as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Flexsa and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not double the dose of Flexsa, as this can cause an overdose. To overcome the situation of missing a dose of Flexsa, patients can set an alarm or ask a loved one to remind them.
In case Hapacol is accidentally used in excess of the prescribed dose and shows some unwanted signs, it is necessary to ask a loved one to take him to the emergency room immediately.
5. Side effects when using Flexsa
Flexsa may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, for each case, the side effects of Flexsa may vary from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Flexsa include: Abdominal pain, stomach pain, bloating, flatulence, diarrhea,... These side effects may occur at the start of treatment or after when increasing the dose of Flexsa. Usually, the side effects from Flexsa can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Flexsa can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear after just a few minutes of using Flexsa or longer within a few days. When serious side effects appear such as: Gastroesophageal reflux, constipation, skin redness... patients should stop using Flexsa and go to a medical facility for immediate medical assistance.
Some notes during the use of Flexsa:
For women who are pregnant and nursing, they should be cautious when using Flexsa and may need to avoid using this drug. Patients should be consulted by their doctor, carefully analyzing the benefits and risks before using Flexsa. Flexsa may change how it works and increase its side effects. Therefore, to avoid Flexsa drug interactions, patients should provide their doctor with a list of previously used drugs, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbs,... When using Flexsa, it should be noted. manifestations of an allergic reaction to the drug. Patients should report their reactions to their doctor so that they can be treated promptly. Flexsa may cause dizziness and headaches in patients. Therefore, people who operate machinery or drive vehicles should pay attention when using the drug to ensure safety. People with seafood allergies should consult a doctor before using Flexsa and glucosamine. Using Flexsa together with antibiotics such as Tetracycline, penicillin, chloramphenicol has the potential to increase or decrease the bioavailability of these antibiotics. Above is all information about Flexsa drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Note, Flexsa is a prescription drug, so patients should absolutely not buy drugs to treat at home because they may encounter unwanted side effects.
