What is Flurbiprofen?
Flurbiprofen can be used to treat the pain and inflammation that may result from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. Flurbiprofen can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Flurbiprofen
If you experience symptoms of an allergic response (sneezing or runny nose, hives or difficulty breathing, swelling on your face or in your throat), or severe skin reactions (fever, sore neck, burning eyes, skin pain or blistering, or a red or purple rash with blistering or peeling), Should any of these symptoms appear, seek emergency medical assistance immediately.
Flurbiprofen may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Changes in your vision
- Skin rashes of all shapes and sizes can be defined as any skin condition on which there is visible reddening, including minor ones that don't even cause symptoms to show immediately.
- Shortness of breath even with mild exertion
- Swelling or rapid weight gain
- Signs of stomach bleeding include bloody or tarry stool, vomiting that looks similar to coffee grounds and coughing up blood.
- Liver problems: loss of appetite, nausea, fatigue, itchiness, dark urine, clay-colored stools, and jaundice
- Kidney problems: little or no urine, swelling of the feet or ankles, and feeling tired or breathless;
- Low red blood cells, or anemia, can cause pale skin, unusual fatigue, feeling lightheaded, shortness of breath, and cold hands and/or feet.
Flurbiprofen side effects include:
- Indigestion, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting
- Feeling nervous, confused, or trembling?
- Diarrhea, constipation;
- Headache, dizziness, and drowsiness;
- Increased sweating, itching, and rash
- Ringing in the ears
There may be other side effects.Call your physician immediately if experiencing side effects; alternatively, reach out to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 in order to report these.
Similar/related drugs
Simponi, Olumiant, Aspirin, Acetaminophen, Prednisone, Ibuprofen, and Tramadol
Warnings
Flurbiprofen increases your risk of a fatal stroke or heart attack. Flurbiprofen should not be taken before or after coronary artery bypass surgery. Flurbiprofen can also cause fatal stomach or intestinal bleeding.
Before you take this drug
Even if you have no risk factors, flurbiprofen may increase your risk of a fatal heart attack or stroke. This medicine should not be taken before or immediately after heart bypass surgery. Flurbiprofen can also cause fatal stomach or intestinal bleeding. Flurbiprofen can cause these conditions without warning, especially for older adults. Flurbiprofen should not be used if it is allergic to you or if your asthma attacks or allergic reactions were severe after you took aspirin or NSAIDs.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- Heart condition, hypertension, high cholesterol, or diabetes;
- A heart attack, stroke, or blood clot.
- Stomach ulcers or bleeding
- Asthma;
- Liver or kidney disease
- Fluid retention.
Flurbiprofen should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. NSAIDs can cause complications during pregnancy or harm to the unborn child if taken in the last twenty weeks. Inform your doctor if breastfeeding is a concern. No one under the age of 18 is allowed to use this product.
How to take Flurbiprofen?
Read all the instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow the directions. Your doctor might occasionally adjust your dosage. Use the lowest effective dose to treat your condition. You may need to undergo frequent medical tests if you use flurbiprofen for a long time. Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
Details on dosage
Adult dose for osteoarthritis:
Divided doses of 200 mg to 300mg orally daily in 2 to 4 divided doses
Maximum single dose: 100 mg
Comments:
Once the response to treatment is known, the dose and frequency of the therapy should be adjusted so that the patient receives the lowest dose possible for the shortest time period.
Uses: To relieve the symptoms and signs of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Adult dose for rheumatoid arthritis:
Divided doses of 200 mg to 300mg orally daily in 2 to 4 divided doses
Maximum single dose: 100 mg
Comments:
Once the response to treatment is known, the dose and frequency of the therapy should be adjusted so that the patient receives the lowest dose possible for the shortest time period.
Uses: To relieve the symptoms and signs of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip any missed one and wait to take your scheduled dosage.Never take two doses of the same medicine at once.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
Avoid alcohol. Alcohol can increase the risk of stomach bleeding. They may contain ingredients similar to flurbiprofen (such as aspirin, a data-type="auto" These medicines may contain similar ingredients to flurbiprofen, such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Ketoprofen and naproxen are also examples.
Interaction with other drug
Before taking flurbiprofen, ask your doctor if you are on an antidepressant. Certain antidepressants may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.
Before using any other medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist about flurbiprofen.
- Lithium;
- Methotrexate;
- A blood thinner (warfarin; Coumadin; Jantoven);
- Heart or blood pressure medications, including diuretics or "water pills";
- steroid medicine (such as prednisone).
This list is incomplete. Flurbiprofen may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. This list does not include all possible drug-drug interactions.
