Flurbiprofen
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What is Flurbiprofen
Flurbiprofen Methyl Ester
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Flurbiprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and anklylosing spondylitis. It is similar to other drugs in its class, such as fenoprofen, ibuprofen, and ketoprofen. Flurbiprofen can be taken orally or applied topically to eyes prior to surgery to prevent or reduce intraoperative miosis.
Flurbiprofen Overview & Background
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Flurbiprofen Methyl Ester
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How Flurbiprofen Affects Patients
Flurbiprofen is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) similar to ibuprofen, fenoprofen, and ketoprofen. It helps reduce inflammation, pain, and fever. It is made up of two parts, the (+)S- and (-) R-enantiomers. The S-enantiomer is more effective in reducing inflammation, while both parts help ease pain.
How Flurbiprofen works in the body
Flurbiprofen is an anti-inflammatory medication. It works by blocking an enzyme called cyclooxygenase, which is responsible for producing inflammatory molecules called prostaglandins. By blocking this enzyme, flurbiprofen reduces the amount of prostaglandins, which reduces inflammation, pain, swelling and fever. Flurbiprofen is a non-selective and very powerful inhibitor of cyclooxygenase.
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Flurbiprofen Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The toxic dose of flurbiprofen in dogs is 10mg/kg. It has been found to increase the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack or stroke in some patients. It may also raise blood pressure and cause fluid retention and swelling. GI problems like bleeding, ulcers, and perforation are a risk, as well as direct kidney damage. Allergic reactions, skin reactions, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, edema, and liver function abnormalities can all occur as side effects of flurbiprofen use.
Flurbiprofen Reviews: What are patients saying about Flurbiprofen?
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Flurbiprofen for Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Flurbiprofen for Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
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Flurbiprofen for Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Patient Q&A Section about flurbiprofen
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is flurbiprofen same as ibuprofen?
"Flurbiprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can be used to treat fever, pain, and inflammation in the body. It is similar to other drugs such as ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil), naproxen (Naprosyn), and others."
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What is a flurbiprofen used for?
"Flurbiprofen is an anti-inflammatory drug that helps relieve symptoms of arthritis, such as swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. It can also be used to help with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The drug is typically taken orally, and is usually taken once or twice a day. It is important to follow the instructions on the label carefully, and to speak with a doctor if there are any questions."
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What are side effects of flurbiprofen?
"You may experience an upset stomach, constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, or headache. If you experience any of these effects for an extended period of time, or if they worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist."
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Is flurbiprofen a painkiller?
"Flurbiprofen is an anti-inflammatory painkiller that is sometimes called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) or just an 'anti-inflammatory'. It is used to treat painful conditions such as arthritis, sprains and strains, period (menstrual) pain, and migraine pain."
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