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Lufen, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Lufen have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Lufen 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Lufen have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lufen normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Lufen's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Lufen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Stomach Infection must refrain from the use of Lufen since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Lufen contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Lufen have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lufen is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Lufen 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Lufen safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lufen. If you are pregnant, do not take Lufen without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lufen safe during breastfeeding?
Lufen should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lufen on the Kidneys?
Effects of Lufen on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lufen on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Lufen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Lufen on the Heart?
Lufen may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Lufen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lufen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lufen habit forming or addictive?
Lufen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Lufen since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lufen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lufen in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lufen
There is no information on the effects of taking Lufen with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lufen
Taking alcohol with Lufen can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ansaid (flurbiprofen)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 200,201
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1404