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Floctafenine

    Floctafenine (IDARAC) Uses, Side effects
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    Floctafenine is an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug).

    DAE Class; Rx

    Common Brand Names; IDARAC, FLOCTAFENINE

    • Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

    Floctafenine is an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is used for the short-term relief of pain. It acts by blocking the production of chemicals that are involved in causing pain & inflammation.

    Floctafenine is primarily used in conditions like Pain, Rheumatoid arthritis, Trauma.

    It should not be taken by anyone who:

    • is allergic to floctafenine or to any of the ingredients of the medication
    • is currently taking other NSAIDs
    • is taking beta-blocker medications (e.g., propranolol, metoprolol)
    • has had an allergic reaction to ASA or other anti-inflammatory medications
    • has or has recently had an inflammatory disease of the stomach and intestines such as stomach or intestinal ulcer or ulcerative colitis
    • has severe heart failure, coronary artery disease, or ischemic cardiomyopathy
    • has significant liver impairment or active liver disease
    • has significantly impaired or deteriorating kidney function

    The symptomatic side effects produced by Floctafenine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Drowsiness, Allergic reactions, Photosensitivity, GI upset, Burning micturition, Oedema, Haematuria.

    It should not be used in patients with leber’s hereditary optic atrophy and during pregnancy. It Should not be taken by anyone who is currently taking other NSAIDs. This medication may mask the signs of an infection such as a fever. It may make your skin more sensitive to the sun. So avoid excessive sun exposure. Should be used with caution in epilepsy, oedema

    Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Geriatrics.

    Pregnancy: This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, contact your doctor immediately.

    Breast-feeding: This medication passes into breast milk and should not be used by breast-feeding mothers.

    Adult Dosage

    200 to 1.2 mg /4 hourly /PO

    The recommended adult dose of floctafenine is 200 mg to 400 mg every 6 to 8 hours as needed for pain relief. The maximum daily recommended dose is 1,200 mg.

     

    Children: The safety and effectiveness of using this medication have not been established for children.

    Seniors: Seniors appear to have a higher risk of side effects with this medication. The lowest effective dosage should be used under close medical supervision.

    Floctafenine is available in tablet dosage form.

    Tablets: 200 mg, 400mg