Brufen Junior Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. Fever, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Brufen Junior Suspension have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Brufen Junior Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Brufen Junior Suspension as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Brufen Junior Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Brufen Junior Suspension is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Brufen Junior Suspension related warnings talks about Brufen Junior Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Brufen Junior Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, Bleeding, Stomach Infection are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Brufen Junior Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Brufen Junior Suspension may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Brufen Junior Suspension, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Brufen Junior Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Brufen Junior Suspension is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Brufen Junior Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Brufen may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Brufen again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Brufen Junior Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Brufen has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Brufen Junior Suspension on the Kidneys?
Brufen may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Brufen Junior Suspension on the Liver?
Brufen can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Brufen Junior Suspension on the Heart?
Use of Brufen may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Brufen Junior Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brufen Junior Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brufen Junior Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Brufen Junior Suspension does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Brufen Junior Suspension as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Brufen Junior Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Brufen Junior Suspension is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Brufen Junior Suspension
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Brufen Junior Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brufen Junior Suspension
Consumption of alcohol and Brufen Junior Suspension together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Brufen is safe to be used in children. It is the only drug which is approved to be used in children over 3 months of age. It has a good tolerability profile in children because of which it is used for the management of inflammation, mild pains, and fever in them. The pediatrician will direct you the correct dose and way to give it to your child.
During pain caused due to an injury, the brain releases a chemical known as prostaglandins. This chemical is also often responsible for causing fever, swelling or inflammation. Ibuprofen blocks the synthesis of this chemical and exerts its action.
No, Brufen does not contain any sulfa moeity. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Brufen should be taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Longterm use is associated with various adverse effects like stomach upset, kidney damage, heart problems, etc., therefore, stop the usage if you experience any adverse effect.
Yes, the risk of a heart disease increases with the intake of Brufen, especially during a long-term use, in comparison to those people who do not use Brufen. The drug should be avoided if you have had a history heart attack or cardiac ailments. You must inform your doctor if someone in your family had a heart attack or a stroke, if you smoke, or if you have ever had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Call for the emergency help right away if you experience slurred speech, shortness of breath, chest pain or weakness in one side of the body.
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