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Brufamol Plus Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Brufamol Plus Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Brufamol Plus Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Brufamol Plus Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Brufamol Plus Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Brufamol Plus Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Brufamol Plus Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Brufamol Plus Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Brufamol Plus Tablet related warnings section.
Brufamol Plus Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Brufamol Plus Tablet in conditions like Allergy, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease. The section on Brufamol Plus Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Brufamol Plus Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Brufamol Plus Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Brufamol Plus Tablet 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Brufamol Plus Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Brufamol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Brufamol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Brufamol Plus Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Brufamol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Brufamol Plus Tablet on the Kidneys?
Brufamol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Brufamol Plus Tablet on the Liver?
Brufamol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Brufamol Plus Tablet on the Heart?
Brufamol has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brufamol Plus Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brufamol Plus Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Brufamol Plus Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Brufamol Plus Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Brufamol Plus Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Brufamol Plus Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Brufamol Plus Tablet
Taking Brufamol Plus Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brufamol Plus Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Brufamol Plus Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Brufamol is available in the form of a tablet, chewable tablet, suspension and drops, and syrup. Prescription Brufamol is taken every 4 to 6 hours for arthritis and pain. Adults and children older than 12 years may take non-prescription Brufamol every 4 to 6 hours. Children and infants may be given Brufamol every 6 to 8 hours. It is important to take Brufamol with food or milk so as to prevent stomach upset. If you are taking Brufamol every day, remember to take it at the same time. Brufamol is also available in combination with other drugs for treating cold and cough. If you have prescribed a combination containing Brufamol, do not take any non-prescription drug containing Brufamol as it might cause overdosage. Shake the drops and suspensions well before use.
During pain caused due to an injury, the brain releases a chemical known as prostaglandins. This chemical is also often responsible for causing fever, swelling or inflammation. Ibuprofen blocks the synthesis of this chemical and exerts its action.
Dizziness is a feeling of light-headedness and unbalance. Yes, Brufamol has been associated with dizziness and overdose may cause fainting as well. Therefore, if you experience dizziness do not force yourself to perform any activity instead lie down take rest and inform your doctor if it persists for more than half an hour.
Brufamol is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used for the treatment of tenderness, swelling, stiffness, and pain associated with osteoarthritis in which there is a breakdown of the lining of the joints, and rheumatoid arthritis in which there is swelling of the lining of the joints. It is also used for alleviation of the menstrual pain, before and during the menstrual cycle. It is also used to relieve fever and pain associated with a headache, minor aches, sprains, common cold, toothache, and backache. It also shows the antiplatelet effect which means it prevents the formation of blood clots. Brufamol is used for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (a chronic skin disease causing scaling and swelling), gouty arthritis (which develops from the built up of some chemical in the joints) and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis that affects the spine).
No, Brufamol is not a muscle relaxant. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with aches, sprains, and strains.
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