Alcuflex Tablet 550mg

by ICI Pakistan Limited

Alcuflex is naproxen sodium, a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It works by reducing pain and inflammation.

Rs. 238

Rs. 238

Alcuflex is naproxen sodium, a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It works by reducing pain and inflammation.

Quick facts

Pain due to arthritis and osteoarthritis
Menstrual cramps
Joint pain
Migraine
Pain associated with gout
Muscle spasm
To get rid of mild to moderate fever
Bone pain
Ankylosing spondylitis
Tendonitis
Sprains
Pain associated with fractures
Back pain
Pain due to frozen shoulder
Neck pain
Bursitis

More info on this medicine

Table of contents

Price of Alcuflex Tablet 550mg
Alcuflex Tablet 550mg uses
How to use Alcuflex Tablet 550mg?
Side Effects
Drug Interactions
Contraindications
Storage Conditions

Price of Alcuflex Tablet 550mg

The price of Alcuflex Tablet 550mg in Pakistan is Rs. 238

Alcuflex Tablet Uses

Alcuflex is an NSAID used for the treatment of painful and inflammatory conditions like arthritis, joint pain, back pain, migraine and menstrual cramps. It contains the active ingredient Naproxen sodium which has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving actions. Like other NSAIDs, Naproxen sodium works by reducing pain and inflammation in the body by blocking the effects of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes. These enzymes are involved in the production of prostaglandins, lipid autacoids that can cause unwanted pain and inflammation if their levels are in excess.

How to use Alcuflex Tablet 550mg?

It should be taken orally with a glass of water.
The medicine should be taken with food.
Do not crush or chew the tablet.

Alcuflex Side Effects

Some common side effects of Alcuflex tablet include:

Abdominal pain
Vomit-containing coffee grounds
Blood in stool
Constipation
Black stools

Drug Interactions

Alcuflex may interact with the following drugs:

Acalabrutinib
Cabozantinib
Dalteparin
Enoxaparin
Fenoprofen
Ibuprofen
Iopromide
Ketorolac
Leflunomide
Morphine
Nabumetone
Rofecoxib
Sirolimus
Tacrolimus
Valdecoxib
Warfarin

Contraindications

The use of Alcuflex tablet is contraindicated in the following conditions:

Asthma
Fluid retention
GI toxicity
Rash
Renal toxicities
Thrombosis
Hepatotoxicity
Hyperkalemia
Hypertension
Platelet aggregation inhibition

Storage Conditions

Store the medicine at room temperature
Keep out of reach and sight of children
Protect it from sunlight and moisture

WRITTEN BY

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mujahid Israr

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY

Dr. Arslan Shamim

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Alcuflex Tablet 550mg in Pakistan?

The Alcuflex Tablet 550mg price in Pakistan is Rs. 238

What is Alcuflex Tablet 550mg used for?

Alcuflex Tablet 550mg is used in the following conditions:

Pain due to arthritis and osteoarthritis
Menstrual cramps
Joint pain
Migraine
Pain associated with gout
Muscle spasm
To get rid of mild to moderate fever
Bone pain
Ankylosing spondylitis
Tendonitis
Sprains
Pain associated with fractures
Back pain
Pain due to frozen shoulder
Neck pain
Bursitis

What is Alcuflex Tablet 550mg composed of?

Alcuflex Tablet 550mg is composed of:

Naproxen Sodium

Do you need a prescription to buy Alcuflex Tablet 550mg?

To buy Alcuflex Tablet 550mg you must have a prescription signed by your doctor.

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