Bludol Tablet 400mg

About Bludol Tablet 400mg

Bludol Tablet 400mg Uses

• Relief of mild to moderate pain such as headache, toothache and general body aches
• Menstrual pain and cramps that disturb daily routine
• Fever caused by flu, viral infections and post vaccination reactions in adults
• Joint pain, swelling and morning stiffness in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
• Muscle sprains, backache and soft tissue injuries after a fall or strain
• Pain after dental extraction or a minor surgical procedure

Bludol Tablet 400mg Benefits

• Starts easing most everyday pain within about 30 to 60 minutes of a dose
• Reduces the underlying swelling and redness, not only the pain signal itself
• Lowers fever at home without the need for an injection or a clinic visit
• One 400mg tablet replaces two 200mg tablets, which keeps dosing simple for adults
• Widely stocked and affordable at pharmacies across Pakistan

What Experts Say

Ibuprofen blocks the cyclooxygenase enzymes, which stops the body from producing the prostaglandins that drive pain, swelling and fever. The 400mg strength is where most adults get a genuine anti-inflammatory effect, since 200mg tends to act mainly as a simple painkiller. Physicians favour it when inflammation is part of the problem, such as a sprain or an arthritis flare.

Doctors across Pakistan advise the lowest dose that controls symptoms, taken for the shortest sensible period. Ibuprofen also suppresses COX-1, the enzyme that protects the stomach lining. That is why it is taken with food, and why patients with a history of ulcers are often moved to a safer painkiller or given an acid suppressing medicine alongside it.

Kidney safety deserves attention where dehydration in hot months and undiagnosed hypertension are both common. Ibuprofen reduces blood flow through the kidneys, and that risk climbs in older adults and in people already taking blood pressure medicines. Patients on longer courses may need blood pressure and creatinine checks.

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
• Propionic acid derivative
• Non selective COX-1 and COX-2 inhibitor

Bludol Tablet 400mg formula

• Ibuprofen 400mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Bludol Tablet 400mg?

• Take one tablet with a full glass of water, preferably with food or right after a meal
• Adults usually take one tablet every 6 to 8 hours as needed, and most should not exceed three tablets in 24 hours unless a doctor advises otherwise
• Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush or chew it
• Use it for fever no longer than 3 days, and for pain no longer than 5 days, without medical advice
• Skip a missed dose if the next one is due soon, and never take two tablets together to make up for it
• Do not give this strength to young children, as the suspension form is made for paediatric dosing
• Contact a doctor if the pain or fever persists or returns after the course is finished

Drug Interactions

• Blood thinners such as warfarin and clopidogrel: The bleeding risk rises sharply, especially bleeding from the stomach.
• Aspirin and other NSAIDs: Combining them multiplies gastric side effects without adding pain relief, and ibuprofen can blunt the heart protecting effect of low dose aspirin.
• Blood pressure medicines including ACE inhibitors, ARBs and diuretics: Their effect weakens and kidney strain increases when the three are used together.
• Corticosteroids like prednisolone: The chance of ulcers and gastric bleeding goes up considerably.
• Lithium and methotrexate: Ibuprofen slows their clearance, which pushes their blood levels towards toxicity.
• SSRI antidepressants: The pair raises the likelihood of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.

Risks and warnings

• Stomach and intestinal bleeding: Ibuprofen can irritate the gut lining and cause ulcers or bleeding, so anyone with a past ulcer, black stools or severe acidity should avoid it.
• Kidney function: The drug lowers blood flow to the kidneys, which makes it risky in dehydration, chronic kidney disease and old age.
• Heart and blood pressure: Regular high dose use can raise blood pressure and slightly increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
• Asthma and allergy: Patients who wheeze or develop hives after aspirin or any NSAID must not take this tablet.
• Pregnancy: It is avoided in the third trimester because it can affect the baby's circulation and delay labour, and it needs medical advice at any stage.
• Liver disease: Existing liver problems call for caution, since NSAIDs can raise liver enzymes on longer courses.
• Older adults: People above 65 face a higher chance of gastric bleeding and kidney strain, so they need the smallest effective dose.
• Dengue and unexplained fever: NSAIDs are avoided when dengue is suspected because they add to bleeding risk, and paracetamol is preferred.

Bludol Tablet 400mg Side Effects

• Stomach pain or a burning feeling in the upper abdomen
• Heartburn and acid reflux
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Bloating and excess gas
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness or light headedness
• Headache after repeated doses
• Drowsiness or a feeling of dullness
• Skin rash, itching or hives
• Ringing in the ears
• Swelling of the ankles and feet from fluid retention

Storage Conditions

• Store the blister strip below 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep every tablet sealed in its original foil until the moment it is taken, because moisture spoils it
• Avoid storing the strip in the bathroom or near the kitchen stove, where steam and heat collect
• Keep the pack well out of reach of children
• Discard the strip after the expiry date printed on the foil, and never use a tablet that looks cracked or discoloured