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Infen 12.5 mg Tablet

Manufactured byEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsDexketoprofen
Description
Infen 12.5 mg Tablet is used to relieve mild to moderate pain associated with surgeries, muscle aches, sprains, sports injuries, painful periods, toothache, etc. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Infen 12.5 mg Tablet

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Nervousness
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Skin rash
  • Weakness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Increased sweating

Uses of Infen 12.5 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Mild to moderate pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as severe gastrointestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to dexketoprofen, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Bleeding disorder

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with active bleeding or bleeding disorders since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Gastrointestinal disorders

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with gastrointestinal disorders such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, etc. since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Severe heart failure

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart failure since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Severe dehydration

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe dehydration caused by vomiting, diarrhea, or insufficient fluid intake due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Heart disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects on the heart, especially after a prolonged use. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Hypertension

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hypertension due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Gastro-intestinal bleeding

This medicine may cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation after a prolonged usage. These adverse events may occur with or without warning symptoms. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Female fertility

Use of this medicine may impair female fertility. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine.

Use in children

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Elderly population

This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. These patients should be started at lower doses to check for tolerance. Close monitoring of renal and liver function may be necessary for such patients based on the clinical condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as severe gastrointestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Corticosteroids

ACE inhibitors

Disease interactions

Asthma

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of NSAID-induced asthma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.

Skin rash

This medicine may cause fatal skin allergies without any warnings in some patients. Signs and symptoms such as rashes, hives, fever, or other allergic symptoms should be reported to the doctor without any delay. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Gastro-Intestinal toxicity

This medicine may cause damage to the stomach, intestines, liver, etc., especially on prolonged use. Report any symptoms such as chronic indigestion, blood in stool or vomit, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Fluid Retention and edema

This medicine may cause fluid retention and edema in some patients. Close monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels, and heart function may be required based on the clinical condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
This medicine works by blocking the formation of certain chemical substances in the body which are responsible for causing pain and swelling.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 18 October 2017]. Available from:

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/17099

Dexketoprofen [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 7 February 2020]. Available from:

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Dexketoprofen

Disomic - [Internet]. Dược Phẩm Minh Quân - Chăm sóc sức khỏe cộng đồng. 2020 [cited 7 February 2020]. Available from:

https://mqpharma.com.vn/san-pham/disomic/
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