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In-stock 15 gm in 1 tube
31.25

USED FOR:
Pain relief Fever

COMPOSITION:
Ibuprofen (NA)

Therapeutic Uses:
pain analgesics

Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Acefen Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Acefen Gel is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Acefen Gel does not usually affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Acefen Gel should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acefen Gel may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Acefen Gel is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Long term use of this medicine can affect the kidney function.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Acefen Gel should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acefen Gel may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Acefen Gel is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Ibuprofen   NA

Uses of Acefen Gel
Acefen Gel is used for pain relief and fever.It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like headache, muscle pain, dental pain or joint pain.

How to use Acefen Gel
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.

How Acefen Gel works
Acefen Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Side Effects:

Common Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion.

Expert advice for Acefen Gel
It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach. It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time. Acefen can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Acefen safe?
Acefen is safe if used at the doses and for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Q. Can I take Acefen with Betahistine?
Acefen can be taken with Betahistine. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.

Q. Can I take Acefen with Tamsulosin or paracetamol?
Acefen can be taken with Tamsulosin or paracetamol. No harmful side effects or other interactions have been seen when they are taken together.

Q. Can I take Acefen with rabeprazole?
Acefen can be taken with Rabeprazole . Rabeprazole is used to prevent painkiller (NSAIDs) induced gastritis and stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.

Q. Can I take Acefen with famotidine?
Acefen can be taken with Famotidine as no harmul effects have been seen when they are used together. Acefen is a pain killer and belongs to the group of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents) and you should be careful while taking NSAIDs as they are strong gastric acid stimulators and would increase the gastric acid secretion and further worsen your underlying condition.

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