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Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet
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Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet

Manufactured byEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsKetoprofen
Description
Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is a pain-relieving medication that is used to treat muscle pain, joint pain, low back pain, etc. It works by blocking the actions of certain chemical substances in the body that causes pain and swelling. Thus, it provides relief from pain. Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet may cause less common side effects such as redness, irritation, rash, burning sensation at the applied area. Consult your doctor if these symptoms stay for a long time or if they become severe. Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is for external use only. Apply the patch as instructed by your doctor. Do not skip doses or discontinue the treatment without consulting your doctor. Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Do not use this medicine in children below 12 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet

  • Skin rash
  • Burning or tingling sensation of skin
  • Redness of skin
  • Skin irritation
  • Photosensitivity of skin

Uses of Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Pain and inflammation
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet to show its effect is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time for which Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet remains active in your body is not clinically known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency have been reported with Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to lack of relevant information.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding due to lack of relevant information.

Allergy

Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Allergic reaction to this medicine is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, redness and/or itching (especially of the face, lips, throat, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.

Skin disorders

Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use if you have skin problems such as eczema (red and itchy skin), acne, open wounds, skin lesions (abnormal change of the skin), etc. due to the increased risk of side effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to lack of relevant information.

Breast-feeding

Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding due to lack of relevant information.
General warnings

Use in children

Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.

External use only

Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with open wounds.

Photosensitivity of skin

Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet may cause photosensitivity (skin rash when exposed to sunlight). It is recommended to cover the applied area and avoid exposure to sunlight during use and for two weeks after discontinuation.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet. Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one.

Overdose

Do not apply for a longer duration than prescribed by your doctor. As Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet is applied externally the risk of an overdose is low.
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

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
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.
Clean and dry the affected area before applying the patch. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor and apply Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet on the affected area. Wash your hands after applying the patch. Do not apply for a longer duration than prescribed by your doctor. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience severe side effects with Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet. Do not apply Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet on broken or injured skin. Avoid exposure to sunlight while on treatment and 2 weeks after stopping the medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Infen Plaster 30 mg Sachet works by preventing the formation of certain chemical substance in the body that causes pain and swelling.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 23 Sep 2021

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