Vofane 5mg Injection
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Product introduction
Vofane 5mg Injection is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat conditions such as painful flare-ups of rheumatism, arthritis, strained muscles and tendons, and gout. It is also used to treat other painful conditions of the bone or muscle and pain and inflammation following orthopedic surgery.
Vofane 5mg Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep receiving the medicine until the doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include indigestion, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, confusion, drowsiness, insomnia, mood change, and injection site reactions. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking this medicine. 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.
Vofane 5mg Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep receiving the medicine until the doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include indigestion, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, confusion, drowsiness, insomnia, mood change, and injection site reactions. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking this medicine. 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.
Uses of Vofane Injection
Benefits of Vofane Injection
In Pain relief
Vofane 5mg Injection is a painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It blocks chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by arthritis and muscle aches. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Vofane Injection
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 Vofane
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Heartburn
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Mood changes
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Vofane Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Vofane Injection works
Vofane 5mg Injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Vofane 5mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vofane 5mg Injection 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vofane 5mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Vofane 5mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel sleepy, dizzy, faint, your eyesight may be affected or you may have a fit while taking Vofane 5mg Injection and this may affect your ability to drive.
You may feel sleepy, dizzy, faint, your eyesight may be affected or you may have a fit while taking Vofane 5mg Injection and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Vofane 5mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vofane 5mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine. Use of Vofane 5mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine. Use of Vofane 5mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vofane 5mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Vofane Injection?
If you miss a dose of Vofane 5mg Injection, consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Vofane 5mg Injection to relieve pain and inflammation.
- 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.
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Vofane 5mg Injection.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Vofane 5mg Injection as it can 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
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 Vofane with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious damage to the kidneys.
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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
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Vofane 5mg Injection raise blood pressure?
In a few cases, Vofane 5mg Injection may cause an increase in blood pressure. Before taking Vofane 5mg Injection, you should inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure. Also, inform your doctor about the medicines that you might be taking for it. Doctors prescribe this medicine to people with high blood pressure only if the benefits outweigh the risks. In fact, patients with uncontrolled blood pressure should be very careful and should regularly monitor their blood pressure while on Vofane 5mg Injection.
What happens if you take Vofane 5mg Injection on an empty stomach?
Taking Vofane 5mg Injection on an empty stomach may cause nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, burning sensation in the food pipe, and stomach pain. Therefore, Vofane 5mg Injection should be taken with a glass of water either with meals or just after meals. Your doctor may also recommend taking an antacid with Vofane 5mg Injection to avoid stomach upset.
Can you drink alcohol with Vofane 5mg Injection?
If you are taking high doses of Vofane 5mg Injection or a long-term treatment or both, then you should restrict or avoid alcohol. The reason being, taking both of them together increases your chances of ulcers and bleeding. It may also result in holes in the stomach and intestine (gastrointestinal perforation). These are serious side effects of Vofane 5mg Injection which may be life-threatening. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.
Can I take Vofane 5mg Injection during pregnancy?
Avoid taking Vofane 5mg Injection during pregnancy as it may put your pregnancy and your unborn baby at risk. There have been reports of miscarriage and defects in the heart of the baby. But, if it is necessary to take it, then your doctor may prescribe a low dose for the shortest duration. This is applicable for the first 6 months of pregnancy. Vofane 5mg Injection should not be given during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause various defects in the baby and may also prolong labor.
Can Vofane 5mg Injection make you sleepy?
Yes, Vofane 5mg Injection may cause sleepiness. It may also cause dizziness, visual disturbances, drowsiness, fits, and spinning sensation. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
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- 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.
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Name: Neon Laboratories Ltd
Address: 140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.
Country of origin: India
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