Niflumique acid drugs: Uses and dosages

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Niflumique acid medicine is often prescribed by doctors to treat diseases such as polyrheumatism, osteoarthritis or acute pain caused by joint disease or periarthritis.

1. What is niflumique acid?

Niflumique acid, also known as niflumic acid, is a drug belonging to the group of analgesics, antipyretics, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The drug is prepared in two forms of capsules with a content of 250mg and a gel for topical application with a content of 60g (2.5%).
The composition of the drug includes niflumique acid and excipients just enough.

2. What is the effect of niflumic acid?

Niflumique acid drug with nature is a drug belonging to the group of pain relievers, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. This medicine is prescribed by doctors for the following cases:
Treatment of acute pain symptoms due to joint disease or periarthritis in the short term Treatment for long-term symptoms such as rheumatoid arthritis, degenerative arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis causes pain and disability Support antibiotic therapy in the treatment of diseases of the ear, nose and throat. It should be noted when using because there is a risk of spreading infection. Treat some diseases such as spondylosis, gout, support the treatment of sinusitis, tonsillitis, ...

3. Dosage of niflumique acid and how to use niflumique acid medicine

Dosage of niflumique acid for adults: The usual dose is 3-4 tablets / day divided into three or two times, for severe cases can use 6 tablets / day.
Niflumique acid drug used in support in the treatment of sinusitis and tonsillitis with a dose of 4 tablets / day.
Dosage of niflumique acid for children over 12 years old: 2-3 tablets / day
For niflumique acid gel: patients apply 1-2 times / day or apply as directed by the doctor.
How to use niflumique acid: If the patient uses niflumique acid in the form of a topical gel, the patient should wash their hands before use, clean and dry the injured skin, and then apply a thin layer of medicine. go up. For oral form, patients should take according to the doctor's prescription, do not use the drug with too low or too high dosage or prolong the use of the drug.

In case of overdose: Niflumique acid when taken in excess often has symptoms of stomach irritation, in addition, the patient will feel sleepy, headache. When detecting that a patient has taken an overdose with the above symptoms, it is necessary to take the patient to see a doctor and seek treatment advice. Be sure to bring any medications the patient has taken, including prescription and non-prescription medications.
In case the patient forgets to take the medicine: It is possible to take a supplement at the time of discovery, but if it is close to the time for the next dose, it is possible to skip the missed dose and take the next dose as indicated to avoid overdose.

4. Notes when using niflumique acid medicine

In order to use niflumique acid drug for the best effect, drug users should note the following points:
Read the instructions for use carefully and consult your doctor before using the drug. suffer from hemorrhagic disorders, kidney failure, liver disease, heart function disease, asthma, infection, left ventricular failure, hypertension, ... because these diseases will directly affect the use of drugs Drug users who are allergic to the ingredients of the drug should absolutely not use the drug to avoid dangerous complications. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use as there are no studies to determine the risks of using this medicine during pregnancy or breast-feeding. In this case, you need to take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor
Inform your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking as there are some drugs that are not advised to be taken at the same time as niflumique acid. Be especially careful when administering to the elderly and children. Pay attention to the body condition of these two subjects after taking the drug, if there are abnormal symptoms, you should call 911 or go to the nearest medical center. Avoid using stimulants such as alcohol or tobacco during use. Store the medicine in a cool place, away from sunlight and out of the reach of small children

5. Undesirable effects when using niflumique acid

Any medicine has unwanted effects after use. The following are some side effects of niflumique acid that patients should know:
Side effects in the digestive system: the patient feels anorexia, nausea, may have stomach pain or diarrhea.

Hypersensitivity skin reactions such as urticaria, pruritus, erythema The patient feels headache, somnolence, dizziness Acute renal failure, edema and fluid retention may occur but is very rare. must be completely full of side effects and other side effects may occur. Drug users need to monitor the condition after taking it, if there are unusual symptoms, they should see a doctor to find the best treatment plan.

6. Which drugs should be avoided with niflumique acid?

When using niflumique acid, users should avoid taking the following drugs to avoid changing the ability of other drugs to work as well as limit unwanted side effects:
Anticoagulants, heparin form Injectable risk of bleeding and erosion of gastrointestinal mucosa Acute renal failure Acetylsalicylic acid: Increases the severity of side effects when combined Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increase the risk of gastrointestinal ulceration and bleeding. Notify your doctor or immediately go to the nearest medical facility for appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan.
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