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Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule

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Product introduction

Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasm. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.

Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, heartburn, indigestion, dizziness, weakness, and sleepiness. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, and liver. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it may cause harm to the developing baby.

Uses of Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule

  • Pain due to muscle spasm

Benefits of Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule

In Pain due to muscle spasm

Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule treats pain due to muscle spasm by relaxing stiff muscles. It also reduces swelling in the muscles. Altogether, it helps in easy movement and reduces discomfort. Once you see some improvement, you can start doing therapy exercises (such as walking or breathing exercises) that will help you get your strength back more quickly.

Side effects of Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Brufen MR

  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Heartburn
  • Indigestion
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth

How to use Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule works

Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Ibuprofen and Tizanidine which relieve pain and relax the muscles. Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant. It works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and to improve pain and movement of muscles.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule is not advised in patients with severe liver disease. Liver function tests are recommended before the start of treatment and then on a regular basis as advised.

What if you forget to take Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule to get relief from pain and stiffness in the muscles.
  • Along with taking Brufen MR Soft Gelatin Capsule, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
  • You might experience nausea, ask your doctor to prescribe you an antiemetic (anti-sickness medicine) if it troubles you.
  • Immediately seek medical help if you experience hallucinations, sweating, shivering, fast heart rate, muscle twitching, or loss of coordination.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, heart disease, or stroke.

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References

  1. MedIndia. Tizanidine. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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