Brufen tablet 600mg

About Brufen tablet 600mg

Brufen Tablet Uses

• Moderate to severe pain relief
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea)
• Post-surgical and post-injury pain
• Acute musculoskeletal pain and sprains

Brufen Tablet Benefits

• Reduces inflammation in joints and soft tissue
• Provides stronger pain relief than standard-dose ibuprofen
• Eases stiffness linked to arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions
• Lowers fever associated with pain and inflammation
• Helps patients manage pain with fewer daily doses

What Experts Say

Doctors usually reserve the 600mg strength for pain and inflammation that does not settle with lower ibuprofen doses. This higher strength is common in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis flare-ups and recovery after surgery, where inflammation runs more significant than everyday aches.

This dose works best when taken with food or milk, since an empty stomach raises the risk of irritation from high-dose NSAIDs. Most doctors also limit continuous use to the shortest effective period rather than open-ended, long-term use.

Higher NSAID doses carry more real risk to the stomach lining and the cardiovascular system, especially with regular or prolonged use. This is one reason doctors monitor patients on 600mg ibuprofen more closely than those using lower over-the-counter strengths.

Drug Class

• NSAID (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug)
• COX inhibitor (blocks COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes)

Brufen tablet 600mg formula

• Ibuprofen

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Brufen tablet 600mg?

• Take with food or a full glass of milk to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with water, do not crush or chew
• Do not exceed the maximum daily dose advised by your doctor
• Space doses evenly through the day as directed
• Avoid lying down for at least 10 minutes after taking the tablet

Drug Interactions

• Aspirin: Combined use increases the risk of stomach bleeding and may reduce aspirin's heart-protective effect.
• Anticoagulants (Warfarin): Raises the risk of serious bleeding when taken together.
• ACE Inhibitors and ARBs: Reduces the blood-pressure-lowering effect of these medicines and raises the risk of kidney problems.
• Diuretics: May reduce the effectiveness of diuretics and increase strain on the kidneys.
• Other NSAIDs: Taking with other NSAIDs increases the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding without added pain relief.
• Corticosteroids: Combined use significantly raises the risk of stomach ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding.
• Lithium: This medicine can raise lithium levels in the blood, increasing the risk of lithium toxicity.

Risks and warnings

• Stomach Ulcer and Bleeding Risk: Higher doses of ibuprofen raise the risk of stomach ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding, especially with prolonged use.
• Cardiovascular Risk: Higher NSAID doses and longer duration of use are linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
• Kidney Impairment: This medicine can reduce kidney blood flow and worsen kidney function, particularly in dehydrated or elderly patients.
• Pregnancy Caution: Avoid use during the third trimester of pregnancy due to risk of complications for the baby.
• Active Peptic Ulcer Disease: Avoid use if you have an active stomach or intestinal ulcer or a history of NSAID-related bleeding.
• Prolonged Use: Long-term use at this dose should only continue under a doctor's supervision with regular monitoring.

Brufen Tablet Side Effects

• Stomach upset
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Fluid retention and mild swelling
• Headache

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep the strip in its original packaging away from light
• Keep out of reach of children
• Avoid storing in the bathroom or near direct heat and moisture