Brufen Tablets (Ibuprofen) - Product Information
Brufen tablets, also known as Ibuprofen Generic, are anti-inflammatory medications used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Ibuprofen tablets are also prescribed as for the treatment of pain and inflammation experienced by patients suffering from various medical conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury.
Brufen tablets contain Ibuprofen as the active ingredient, which belongs to a class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Brufen tablets functions as a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory medication by reducing the level of hormones which cause pain and inflammation.
In our online pharmacy, Brufen tablets, manufactured by Abbott are available in the strength of 400 mg and 600 mg of Ibuprofen.
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Name of the Drug
Brufen tablets.
Brufen tablets are also available under different brand names such as Ibuprofen-400, Avibru, Ibulite, Tricofen, Alfam, Bren, Brufen, Bufferin, Cipgesic, Elbugesic, Emflam, Fla-4, Ibrumac, Ibu, Ibubid SR, Ibucon, Ibuf, Ibuflamar, Ibugard, Ibugesic, Ibugin, Ibular, Ibupal, Iburin, Ibuspan, Ibutos, Myofen, Norswel, Nuren, Rebufen, Sugafen, Tabalon, and Tricofen. Brufen tablets are also known as Generic Ibuprofen tablets.
Manufacturer of Brufen Tablets
Brufen tablets, available in our online pharmacy are manufactured by Abbott India Limited.
Website: www.abbott.com
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient
The active ingredient present in Brufen tablets is Ibuprofen.
Each Brufen tablet contains 400 mg and 600 mg of Ibuprofen. The inactive ingredients present in Generic Ibuprofen pills are carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, propylene glycol, and titanium dioxide.
Brufen Tablets Indications - What is Ibuprofen Used For?
Brufen tablets, manufactured by Abbott India Limited in the strength of 400 mg and 600 mg of Ibuprofen, are anti-inflammatory medications used for the treatment of mild to moderate pain which develops in patients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Brufen tablets are also recommended for the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea. Brufen tablets are also prescribed for the treatment of pain and inflammation such as fever experienced by patients suffering from various medical conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or minor injury.
Brufen tablets contain Ibuprofen as the active ingredient, which belongs to a class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Brufen tablets function as a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory medication by reducing the level of hormones which cause pain and inflammation. Brufen tablets may also be prescribed for the treatment of gout attacks.
Ibuprofen Dosage - How to Take Brufen Tablets?
Brufen tablets should be administered exactly as suggested by your doctor. Your doctor may recommend a dosage of Ibuprofen tablets depending on your age, medical requirement, body weight, other medical conditions, and current medications.
Brufen tablet can be administered three to four times a day, before or after a meal, preferably with milk to avoid the development of gastro-intestinal problems. The recommended dosage of Brufen tablets for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis is 1200 mg to 3200 mg per day. The recommended dosage of Brufen tablets for the treatment of mild to moderate pain is 400 mg, administered every 4 to 6 hours. Your doctor may alter the dosage of Brufen tablets depending on your response to treatment and the severity of the medical condition. The maximum recommended dosage of Brufen tablets is 3200 mg per day.
Patients using Brufen tablets may notice the full therapeutic benefit of the medication several weeks after treatment. Brufen tablets work effectively if the amount of Ibuprofen is maintained at a constant level in the body.
You should maintain a regular daily schedule for the medication such that you take Ibuprofen tablets at about the same time every day, to get the maximum benefit of the medication.
Continue taking Brufen tablets without missing any doses for the recommended treatment period and do not stop the treatment suddenly even if you feel better because abrupt discontinuation of treatment may result in unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.
Please consult your doctor for exact dosing instructions. Brufen tablets (Generic Ibuprofen tablets) should be administered in the dose prescribed by the doctor and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss your regular dose of Ibuprofen tablets, take it as soon as you remember. You can continue your regular schedule the next day. If you remember the missed Brufen tablets the next day, take your regular dose and skip the missed dose.
Do not take a double dose to compensate the missed dose of Ibuprofen tablets.
Ibuprofen Mechanism of Action – How Does Brufen Work?
Brufen tablets, also known as Ibuprofen Generic, are anti-inflammatory medications used for the treatment of mild to moderate pain which develops in patients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Brufen tablets contain Ibuprofen as the active ingredient, which belongs to a class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Prostaglandins are substances which are discharged by the body and are responsible for the development of symptoms such as pain, fever and inflammation. Ibuprofen inhibits the enzyme called cyclooxygenase which plays an important role in the production of prostaglandins, thus resulting in reduced amounts of prostaglandins in the blood.
Brufen tablets, thus relieves the patient of the symptoms of inflammation, pain and fever. Brufen tablets can only be used to treat the symptoms of the medical condition such as pain, inflammation and fever but does not treat the condition itself.
Storage Instructions for Ibuprofen Tablets
Store Brufen tablets at controlled room temperature (20°C to 25°C), protected from heat, moisture, and sunlight. Excursions are permitted from 15°C to 30°C.
Retain the original packing of the medication and do not consume Ibuprofen tablets (Brufen) beyond its expiration date printed on the blister pack. Keep the pack of Generic Ibuprofen tablets away from the reach of children and pets. Do not discard Brufen tablets along with domestic waste or sewage. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the proper method of disposal.
Contraindications
Brufen tablets are contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to Ibuprofen or any inactive ingredient present in Brufen tablets.
Ibuprofen Overdose
In case of an overdose of Ibuprofen tablets, please seek emergency help. Symptoms of Brufen tablets overdose are decreased urination; loss of consciousness; seizures; severe dizziness or drowsiness; severe nausea or stomach pain; slow or troubled breathing; unusual bleeding or bruising; vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Warnings and Precautions to be taken when using Brufen Tablets
Medical History
Before beginning the treatment with Brufen tablets (Generic Ibuprofen tablets), discuss your personal and family medical history with your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, diabetes, or stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, perforation, ulcers, persistent or returning stomach pain or heartburn), swelling or fluid buildup, lupus, asthma, growths in the nose (nasal polyps), mouth inflammation, high blood pressure, blood disorders, bleeding or clotting problems, heart problems (eg, heart failure), or blood vessel disease, or if you are at risk for any of these diseases, dehydrated or have low fluid volume (eg, caused by diarrhea, vomiting, not drinking fluids), poor health or low blood sodium levels, you drink alcohol, or you have a history of alcohol abuse.
Allergy
Please inform your doctor if you have an allergy or have had an allergic reaction in the past to Ibuprofen or any inactive ingredient in Brufen tablets (Generic Ibuprofen tablets). Please tell your doctor if you have any other allergies.
Ibuprofen Interactions
Before beginning treatment with Ibuprofen tablets, please tell your doctor about all your present medications including prescription drugs, over the counter medications, mineral supplements, herbal products, and vitamins. Brufen tablets are known to have drug interactions with certain other medications. Please inform your doctor if you are taking anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), aspirin, corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), heparin, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine), Probenecid, Cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, or quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin), Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril) or diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide).
Ibuprofen and Alcohol
Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Generic Ibuprofen tablets (Brufen tablets) because it may increase the risk of certain side effects.
Brufen Tablets - Driving and Other Activities
Ibuprofen tablets may make you light-headed or impair your vision. Avoid activities such as driving, using machinery, or performing any activity that requires complete vigilance or perfect vision until you are sure about your safety.
Live Vaccinations, Surgery and Regular Medical Tests
If you plan to have live vaccinations, surgery or any dental procedure, inform your doctor, anesthetist, or dentist about your course of Brufen tablets. In case of an emergency medical treatment, please inform the practitioner about your course of Ibuprofen tablets and the details of your last dose.
Brufen Side Effects
The following side effects have been reported during the course of treatment with Brufen tablets (Generic Ibuprofen tablets):
- Central Nervous System- seizures, blurred and/or diminished vision, scotomata, and/or changes in color vision, dizziness, headache, depression,
- Cardiovascular System- fast or irregular heartbeat
- ENT- decreased hearing or ringing in the ears, dry mouth, persistent sore throat
- Gastrointestinal System- ulcers (open sores) in the mouth, abdominal cramping, indigestion, heartburn, nausea, gaseousness, diarrhea, or constipation
- Genitourinary System- irregular menstrual periods, dark urine
- Musculoskeletal System- muscle cramps, numbness, or tingling
- Hypersensitivity- hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, throat, hands, feet; tightness in the chest; redness
- General- rapid weight gain (fluid retention), fatigue, weakness
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects. This is not an exhaustive list of all the potential side effects of Ibuprofen tablets. Please contact your doctor immediately in case you develop any other medical conditions during the course of treatment with Brufen tablets.
Ibuprofen Tablets During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Ibuprofen has been classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category D. The administration of Ibuprofen tablets is not advisable in pregnant women, especially during the final trimester of pregnancy because it may harm the unborn baby. Ibuprofen is transmitted through breast milk and may harm the nursing baby.
Nursing mothers should not breastfeed during the course of Ibuprofen tablets. Pregnant women and nursing mothers should consult their doctor before using Brufen tablets for the treatment of their medical condition.
Do not use this medicine without your doctor's consent in case you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment.
Buy Brufen 400 mg and 600 mg Tablets (Generic Ibuprofen) Online From Only $0.19 per Pill
You can buy Generic Ibuprofen online from Everest Online Pharmacy at a cheap price. Brufen Tablets, manufactured by Abbott, India are available in pills of 400 mg and 600 mg. The 400 mg pills are priced at only $0.19 per unit if you place an order for 360 tablets.
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