Pruf-P Tablet

How to use Pruf-P Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pruf-P Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Pruf-P Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Flupirtine and Paracetamol, which relieves pain. Flupirtine is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever and pain.

Expert Advice

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Can I stop taking Pruf-P when my pain is relieved?

Pruf-P is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when your pain is relieved. However, Pruf-P should be continued if you are advised by your doctor to do so.

Q. Can the use of Pruf-P cause damage to the liver?

Pruf-P contains Paracetamol, which is known to cause liver damage. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease.

Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Pruf-P?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Pruf-P can lead to increased chances of side effects. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms of if you experience increased severity of pain, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Pruf-P?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.