Flurbiprofen
Overview
Flurbiprofen is NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). Flurbiprofen is a propionic acid derivative and structurally related to ibuprofen. Flurbiprofen is used to relieve pain and to reduce inflammation or swelling and fever. Flurbiprofen is used in the treatment of pain, swelling and stiffness associated with arthritis and as eye drops to prevent trauma-induced pupil constriction during surgery.
Categories
- 2 Analgesics, antipyretics, NSAIDs, antigout, and antirheumatics
- 2.1 Non-opioid analgesics
- 2 Analgesics, antipyretics, NSAIDs, antigout, and antirheumatics
- 21 Ophthalmological preparations
- 21.2 Anti-inflammatory agents
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Flurbiprofen's dosage details are as follows:
Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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0.03 % | 0.03 (0.03) | As recommended. | Ophthalmic | As Required.To be given as drops. |
75 to 100 mg | 88 (87.5) | 12 hourly | PO | Max. 300mg daily |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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3 mg/kg | 3 (3) | 24 hourly | Oral | - |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| | | | Not recommended in this age group |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Flurbiprofen
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