Buflex 500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Buflex 500mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Buflex 500mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.
The common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal pain, constipation, flatulence, nausea, dizziness, headache, itching, rash, ringing ears, and edema. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Buflex 500mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.
The common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal pain, constipation, flatulence, nausea, dizziness, headache, itching, rash, ringing ears, and edema. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Uses of Buflex Tablet
Benefits of Buflex Tablet
In Pain relief
Buflex 500mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to relieve pain, inflammation and swelling in painful conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life. Mild symptoms of osteoarthritis can sometimes be managed by simple measures such as regular exercise, losing weight, good posture, and wearing suitable footwear.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life. Mild symptoms of osteoarthritis can sometimes be managed by simple measures such as regular exercise, losing weight, good posture, and wearing suitable footwear.
Side effects of Buflex Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Buflex
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Itching
- Ringing in ear
- Edema (swelling)
How to use Buflex Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Buflex 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Buflex Tablet works
Buflex 500mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Buflex 500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buflex 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buflex 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Buflex 500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As may feel dizzy, tired, have problems with your vision or have headaches after taking Buflex 500mg Tablet and this may affect your ability to drive.
As may feel dizzy, tired, have problems with your vision or have headaches after taking Buflex 500mg Tablet and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Buflex 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buflex 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney function tests and some other blood tests may advised when you will start with this therapy and then at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.
Kidney function tests and some other blood tests may advised when you will start with this therapy and then at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Buflex 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buflex 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Buflex 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Buflex 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Buflex 500mg Tablet to relieve pain and inflammation.
- Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Buflex 500mg Tablet as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Acetic acid Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Buflex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Buflex 500mg Tablet an antibiotic or steroid?
No, Buflex 500mg Tablet is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines. It is used to relieve moderate to severe pain and inflammation.
Is Buflex 500mg Tablet a good painkiller?
Buflex 500mg Tablet is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used to provide relief from various sorts of pain, such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in the treatment of different types of arthritis and gout. Along with that, it can be used to reduce pain and inflammation which follows after a surgery.
Is Buflex 500mg Tablet safe?
Buflex 500mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
What if I forget to take a dose of Buflex 500mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Buflex 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Buflex 500mg Tablet effective?
Buflex 500mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Buflex 500mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What are the side effects of Buflex 500mg Tablet?
Some common side effects associated with Buflex 500mg Tablet vomiting, stomach pain, nausea and indigestion. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.
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Name: Zubex Pharmaceuticals
Address: A-17 Shane-Burhan Society, Near Sheikh & Co, Juhapura Road, Ahmedabad.
Country of origin: India
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