Floctafenine

Floctafenine is an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). Floctafenine is used for the short-term relief of pain. It acts by blocking the production of chemicals that are involved in causing pain & inflammation.

Brands
IDARAC
Adult Dose
Dose: 200 to 400 mg
Single Dose: 300 (300)
Frequency: 8 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
belongs to Anthranilic Acid. It belongs to Cyclo-oxygenase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Floctafenine is 406.40. It is weakly acidic drug and Its pKa is low.
Contraindications
Floctafenine is contraindicated in conditions like Cardiomyopathy.
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Floctafenine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Drowsiness, Allergic reactions, Photosensitivity, GI upset, Burning micturition, Oedema, Haematuria.
Indications
Floctafenine is primarily indicated in conditions like Pain, Rheumatoid arthritis, Trauma.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Floctafenine was found.
Interfrence
Lowers resum thyroid hormone levels
Risks
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Geriatrics.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Store at room temperature, . Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Warnings
'It should not be used in patients with leber''s hereditary optic atrophy and during pregnancy. It Should not be taken by anyone who is currently taking other NSAIDs. This medication may mask the signs of an infection such as a fever. It may make your skin more sensitive to the sun. So avoid excessive sun exposure. Should be used with caution in epilepsy, oedema'
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