Dexifen 400 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 5.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 500.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 50.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Dexibuprofen |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relief of sign and symptoms of osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoidal disorders treatment
- Painful menstruation treatment
- Headache and fever relief
- Symptomatic treatment of mild to moderate pain
- Adjuvant with common cold and influenza
- Muscle pain relief
Pharmacology
- Pharmacologically active enantiomer of racemic ibuprofen
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
- Analgesic action
- Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis
- Absorption from small intestine
- Metabolic transformation in the liver
- Excretion through kidneys and bile
- Plasma protein binding
- Maximum plasma levels and time to reach them
- Effect of administration with a meal
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage adjustment to seriousness of syndrome and patient's complaints
- Recommended dosage of Dexibuprofen per day
- Temporary dosage raise for acute disorders
- Maximum daily dose
- Dosage for dysmenorrhea
Interaction
- Similar drug interactions to racemic mixture of ibuprofen
- Simultaneous use interactions with various drugs
Contraindications
- Previous history of hypersensitivity to Dexibuprofen or NSAID
- Contraindicated in asthma, bronchospasm, acute rhinitis, urticaria, or edema
- Contraindicated in active or suspected hemorrhage, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, serious heart diseases, kidney function impairment, and liver function impairment
Side Effects
- Common side-effects similar to racemic ibuprofen
- Dyspepsia, diarrhea, fatigue, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
- Hypersensitivity reactions, bleeding, ulcer
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during pregnancy
- Effects on fetal cardiovascular system
- Caution in nursing mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with bronchial asthma or chronic pulmonary diseases
- Use in patients with hepatic, renal, or cardiac insufficiency and hypertension
- Consultation with a doctor for patients with systemic lupus or other autoimmunological disease
- Caution in hemorrhagic conditions and allergic reactions
Use in Special Populations
- Caution in patients with hepatic, renal, or cardiac insufficiency
- Use in children and elderly
- Dosage for children aged 6 years and over
- Lowest effective dose for elderly
- Renal and hepatic impairment dose adjustments
Overdose Effects
- Low acute toxicities
- Symptoms of toxicity at specific doses
- Mild to serious symptoms
- Symptomatic treatment
- Activated charcoal administration
- Induced vomiting and timing
- Dialysis and hemodialysis value
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Do not store above 30°C
- Keep away from light
- Keep out of the reach of children