Flurbiprofen: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Flurbiprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). In Pakistan it is mainly sold as tablets for pain and inflammation, and it is also found in some medicated lozenges for sore throats.
How Flurbiprofen works
Flurbiprofen reduces prostaglandins, the chemicals that cause pain, swelling and inflammation.
What is Flurbiprofen used for?
- Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Sprains, strains and other soft tissue injuries
- Dental pain and pain after minor surgery
- Period pain
- Lozenges: short-term relief of a painful sore throat
Side effects of Flurbiprofen
Not everyone gets side effects. The ones reported more often are:
- Indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain
- Nausea or diarrhoea
- Headache or dizziness
- Fluid retention
Stop taking it and get medical help if you pass black or bloody stools, vomit blood, have chest pain or shortness of breath, or signs of a serious allergic reaction.
Precautions and warnings
- Avoid it if you have had a stomach ulcer or bleeding, or if NSAIDs have triggered asthma or an allergy.
- Do not use it if dengue is suspected.
- Talk to a doctor first if you have heart, kidney or liver disease or high blood pressure.
- Do not combine it with other NSAIDs.
- Avoid it in the last three months of pregnancy.
Frequently asked questions about Flurbiprofen
Is flurbiprofen a strong painkiller?
It is similar in strength to other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen. Which one suits you depends on your condition and health, so ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Flurbiprofen brands and prices in Pakistan
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