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Brufen Active Ointment, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. The alternative uses of Brufen Active Ointment have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Brufen Active Ointment depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Brufen Active Ointment can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Brufen Active Ointment normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Brufen Active Ointment is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Brufen Active Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, Bleeding, Stomach Infection must refrain from the use of Brufen Active Ointment since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Brufen Active Ointment have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Brufen Active Ointment have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Brufen Active Ointment is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Brufen Active Ointment 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.
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Is the use of Brufen Active Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Brufen may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Brufen again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Brufen Active Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Brufen has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Brufen Active Ointment on the Kidneys?
Brufen may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Brufen Active Ointment on the Liver?
Brufen can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Brufen Active Ointment on the Heart?
Use of Brufen may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brufen Active Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brufen Active Ointment habit forming or addictive?
Brufen Active Ointment does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Brufen Active Ointment as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Brufen Active Ointment only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Brufen Active Ointment is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Brufen Active Ointment
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Brufen Active Ointment with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brufen Active Ointment
Consumption of alcohol and Brufen Active Ointment together may have severe effects on your health.
Brufen is available in the form of a tablet, chewable tablet, suspension and drops, and syrup. Prescription Brufen is taken every 4 to 6 hours for arthritis and pain. Adults and children older than 12 years may take non-prescription Brufen every 4 to 6 hours. Children and infants may be given Brufen every 6 to 8 hours. It is important to take Brufen with food or milk so as to prevent stomach upset. If you are taking Brufen every day, remember to take it at the same time. Brufen is also available in combination with other drugs for treating cold and cough. If you have prescribed a combination containing Brufen, do not take any non-prescription drug containing Brufen as it might cause overdosage. Shake the drops and suspensions well before use.
Yes, Brufen can cause weight gain. Weight gain is one of the adverse effects of taking it as it causes fluid retention or worsens the existing fluid retention. It is therefore important that if you notice these changes in your body and immediately speak to a doctor in case of an adverse reaction to Brufen. Do not use it for long-term until and unless recommended.
Brufen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used for the treatment of tenderness, swelling, stiffness, and pain associated with osteoarthritis in which there is a breakdown of the lining of the joints, and rheumatoid arthritis in which there is swelling of the lining of the joints. It is also used for alleviation of the menstrual pain, before and during the menstrual cycle. It is also used to relieve fever and pain associated with a headache, minor aches, sprains, common cold, toothache, and backache. It also shows the antiplatelet effect which means it prevents the formation of blood clots. Brufen is used for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (a chronic skin disease causing scaling and swelling), gouty arthritis (which develops from the built up of some chemical in the joints) and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis that affects the spine).
Yes, the risk of a heart disease increases with the intake of Brufen, especially during a long-term use, in comparison to those people who do not use Brufen. The drug should be avoided if you have had a history heart attack or cardiac ailments. You must inform your doctor if someone in your family had a heart attack or a stroke, if you smoke, or if you have ever had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Call for the emergency help right away if you experience slurred speech, shortness of breath, chest pain or weakness in one side of the body.
No, Brufen is not a muscle relaxant. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with aches, sprains, and strains.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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