Optofen 0.03% Drops

Optofen 0.03% Drops contains Flurbiprofen 0.03%, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Made by Sante Limited, it is prescribed for arthritis, joint and muscle pain, sprains, period pain, dental pain and sore throat. Pack size: 5ml drops.

Uses of Optofen 0.03% Drops

Optofen 0.03% Drops tablets are used for pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, and for sprains, period pain and pain after dental or minor surgery. Gel forms are applied to the skin for local muscle and joint pain, and lozenges are used for painful sore throat.

How Optofen 0.03% Drops works

Flurbiprofen reduces prostaglandins, the chemicals that cause pain and swelling, at the site of inflammation.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Optofen 0.03% Drops include:

• Indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Headache or dizziness
• Mild skin rash

Stop taking it and see a doctor urgently if you pass black or bloody stools, vomit blood, have chest pain, or develop swelling of the face or difficulty breathing.

Precautions and warnings

• Take it with or after food to reduce stomach upset.
• Tell your doctor if you have, or have had, a stomach ulcer, stomach bleeding, asthma, heart disease, high blood pressure, or kidney or liver problems.
• Do not take it together with other NSAID painkillers such as ibuprofen, diclofenac or aspirin unless your doctor advises it.
• Avoid it in the last three months of pregnancy, and ask your doctor before using it at any other stage of pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed.

Storage

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed and do not use it after the expiry date or the period stated on the label once opened. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Optofen 0.03% Drops online in Pakistan

Order Optofen 0.03% Drops from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Flurbiprofen by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.