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Profenac is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. Profenac also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Profenac is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Profenac as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Profenac go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Profenac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Profenac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Profenac related warnings section.
Profenac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Profenac in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Profenac contraindications section.
Additionally, Profenac may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Profenac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Profenac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Profenac is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Profenac safe for pregnant women?
Profenac has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Profenac without medical advice.
Is the use of Profenac safe during breastfeeding?
Profenac has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Profenac on the Kidneys?
Use of Profenac may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Profenac on the Liver?
Use of Profenac may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Profenac on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Profenac. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Profenac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Profenac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Profenac habit forming or addictive?
Profenac does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Profenac since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Profenac only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Profenac is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Profenac
There is no information on the effects of taking Profenac with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Profenac
Taking alcohol with Profenac can be dangerous.
No, Profenac does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
Yes, long-term use of Profenac can cause renal failure. Do not take it without doctor's advice. Otherwise, It may lead to several kidney related problems.
No, Profenac can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
No, ideally Profenac can't be taken in stomach pain Because it has adverse reaction regarding gastrointestinal disturbances such as abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, gross bleeding/perforation, heartburn, nausea, GI ulcers (gastric/duodenal) and vomiting.
Yes, you can take Profenac for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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