Infen Plaster
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Product introduction
Infen Plaster is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute musculoskeletal injuries. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain, and inflammation.
Your doctor will explain how to use Infen Plaster. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you to stop using it.
The most common side effect of this medicine is application site reactions such as redness and swelling. These are usually mild and resolve with time. If they do not go away or bother you, you should remove your patch and contact your doctor.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other illnesses or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by some other medicines you are using. Let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking or using to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Your doctor will explain how to use Infen Plaster. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you to stop using it.
The most common side effect of this medicine is application site reactions such as redness and swelling. These are usually mild and resolve with time. If they do not go away or bother you, you should remove your patch and contact your doctor.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other illnesses or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by some other medicines you are using. Let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking or using to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of Infen Transdermal Patch
Benefits of Infen Transdermal Patch
In Pain relief
Infen Plaster is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in 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. Use it as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Infen Transdermal Patch
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 Infen
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Inflammation
How to use Infen Transdermal Patch
Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.
How Infen Transdermal Patch works
Infen Plaster is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain, and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Infen Plaster during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Infen Plaster during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Infen Plaster in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Infen Plaster in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Infen Transdermal Patch?
If you miss a dose of Infen Plaster, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Fact Box
Chemical Class
Propionic acid Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (propionic acid)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Infen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
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Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Ketoprofen. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and ad
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious damage to the kidneys.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Ketoprofen. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and ad
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Ketoprofen. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and ad
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Infen Plaster
Once A Day
90%
Once A Week
3%
Thrice A Day
3%
Twice A Week
2%
Twice A Day
2%
What are you using Infen Transdermal Patch for?
Musculo-skele*
54%
Pain relief
38%
Others
8%
*Musculo-skeletal pain
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
59%
Average
22%
Poor
19%
What were the side-effects while using Infen Plaster?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Infen Transdermal Patch?
With or witho*
60%
With food
20%
Empty stomach
20%
*With or without food
Please rate Infen Plaster on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Furst DE, Ulrich RW, Varkey-Altamirano C. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs, Nonopioids Analgesics, & Drugs Used in Gout. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 627.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 759-60.
Marketer details
Name: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Infen Plaster. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Infen Plaster. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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