Qufen Tablet 50mg

About Qufen Tablet 50mg

Qufen Tablet 50mg Uses

• Acute musculoskeletal pain
• Dental pain
• Menstrual cramps
• Postoperative pain
• Fever linked to inflammatory conditions

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
• Phenylacetic acid derivative

What Experts Say

Diclofenac sodium remains one of the most widely prescribed NSAIDs for short episodes of acute pain because it acts quickly and controls inflammation effectively at a moderate dose. Physicians commonly reach for the plain 50mg tablet, taken two to three times a day, when a patient needs fast relief for a limited period rather than daily long term therapy.

Prescribing guidance favors using diclofenac at the lowest dose that controls symptoms and for the shortest course that clinical need allows, since risk rises with cumulative exposure. For dental pain, menstrual cramps, and postoperative discomfort, a short course of a few days is usually enough before reassessing the patient.

Doctors remain cautious about gastrointestinal and cardiovascular risk even at this lower strength, especially in older adults or patients with existing heart or kidney disease. A gastroprotective agent is often added when the tablet is used alongside aspirin, steroids, or blood thinners, or when treatment needs to continue beyond a few days.

Qufen Tablet 50mg formula

• Diclofenac Sodium 50mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Qufen Tablet 50mg?

• Take one Qufen 50mg tablet two to three times a day, or as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water, preferably after food.
• Avoid using it for more than a few days without medical advice unless your doctor has prescribed it for a longer course.
• Space doses evenly through the day for consistent pain relief.

Drug Interactions

• Blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin: Increases the risk of bleeding.
• Other NSAIDs: Combining raises the risk of stomach ulcers.
• ACE inhibitors and diuretics: Diclofenac can reduce their blood pressure lowering effect and affect kidney function.
• Lithium: Diclofenac can raise lithium levels in the blood.
• Methotrexate: Increases the risk of methotrexate toxicity.

Risks and warnings

• Stomach irritation: Can cause stomach pain, ulcers, or bleeding, especially with repeated use.
• Heart and blood pressure risk: NSAIDs like diclofenac can raise blood pressure and increase cardiovascular risk with frequent use.
• Kidney function: Use cautiously in patients with kidney disease or dehydration.
• Pregnancy: Avoid in the third trimester due to risk to the baby's heart and kidneys.
• Asthma: Use carefully in patients with a history of asthma or NSAID sensitivity.

Qufen Tablet 50mg Side Effects

• Stomach discomfort
• Nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Dizziness
• Elevated liver enzymes with prolonged use

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and out of reach of children.