Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm

Description
  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is prescribed for pain relief in rheumatoid and muskuloskeletal conditions
  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is also be prescribed for the treatment of knee or hand osteoarthritis as adjunctive therapy.
  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm contains Ibuprofen (topical)
  • Wash and dry the affected area before applying Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm
  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be used under doctor’s advisement

Description

About

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm has been designed to help relieve inflammation,bruises and pain accompanied by sprains,muscular pains,rheumatoid arthritis,stiff shoulder,phlebitis,thrombophlebitis,sporting injuries and similar illnesses.Occasionally Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm has been used to treat headaches.Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm belongs to a group of drugs known as NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs) and mainly works by blocking the natural chemical groups that cause inflammation in the human body.

A thin layer of Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be applied on the skin with clean hands 1-2 times per day or as advised by the physician.Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be used under the care and supervision of a doctor.Patients tend to observe relief within a week or two of applying Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm.

Mild side effects such as a stinging or burning sensation may be felt at the time of application for a few days.Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is not considered safe to be prescribed to children under 12 years of age.Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is deemed safe to be prescribed to pregnant and breastfeeding women,under the care and supervision of a dermatologist.Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm should not be prescribed to patients with known sensitivity to Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm.

Indications

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm can be used to treat:

  • Headaches
  • Muscular aches
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Tendonitis 
  • Gout attacks
  • Joint stiffness
  • Bursitis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis  
  • Sprains 
  • Rheumatoid arthritis 

How Does Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm Work

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm works by blocking the production of prostaglandins.Prostaglandins are a hormone that is naturally produced in the body that helps carry out inflammatory responses in the body when needed.By preventing prostaglandins from carrying out its inflammatory functions,Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is able to aid in the reduction of inflammation and swelling experienced by a patient.

How To Use Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm

A thin layer of Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be applied on the skin with clean hands 1-2 times per day or as advised by the physician,for 2 weeks.Do not use a rough hand and just gently apply Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm on the affected area.Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is not meant to be covered after application.

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be used under the care and supervision of a doctor and for a specified period of time only.Patients are advised to not stop using the Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm without consulting a physician, once they see or feel an improvement in their symptoms,which is likely to occur 2 weeks after starting treatment with Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm

Dosage

Adult Dosage

A thin film of Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be applied once or twice a day,as instructed by a physician.

Child Dosage

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is deemed unsafe for children aged 1 year and younger.

Elderly Dosage 

For patients aged 65 years and above,Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is prescribed only when necessary and under the care and supervision of a doctor.A small dose of Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is prescribed and for a limited number of days.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

It is advised that expectant mothers and women planning a family discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm during their pregnancies with a doctor,as there isn’t sufficient evidence yet to claim that Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is harmful to the fetus.It is generally considered unsafe for breastfeeding mothers to apply Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm,as evidence suggests that trace amounts of Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm can be found in breastmilk.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm:

  • Allergy to Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm or any other medicine or food substance 
  • Fungal infections 
  • Bacterial infections 
  • Breastfeeding 
  • Open wounds

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm:

  • Pregnancy 
  • Children 
  • Irritated skin 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm:

  • Other NSAIDS 
  • Corticosteroids 
  • Methotrexate 
  • Quinolones 
  • Lithium 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm has certain side effects which include:

  • Irritation/itching at the area of application 
  • Dryness/peeling of skin 
  • Redness of skin 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

  • Bumps on the skin (similar to pimples)
  • Itchy rash (may or may not be accompanied by blisters)

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

  • Dryness- apply a moisturizer to the skin and wait for 10-15 minutes after which apply Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm on to the skin.This will prevent skin from getting dry and flaky.
  • Redness Of The Skin- can be combated by applying a cold pack to the affected area.
  • Skin Rash- can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream.Apply a cold compress to the rash helps reduce itchiness and redness caused by rash.An antihistamine (prescribed by a doctor) is also recommended as an effective way to combat any skin rash.

Key Facts About Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm

  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is used to treat inflammation and bruising of the skin 
  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be used topically only 
  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant
  • Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be applied daily 

FAQs

#1.HOW TO STORE Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm?

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2.CAN I TAKE Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is deemed unsafe to be applied during pregnancy.

#3.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm?

  • Stinging 
  • Burning sensation 
  • Dryness 
  • Redness of skin

#4.HOW IS Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm SUPPOSED TO BE APPLIED?

A thin layer of Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is to be applied on the skin with clean hands 2-3 times per day or as advised by the physician.Do not use a rough hand and just gently apply Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm on the affected area.Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is not meant to be covered after application.

#5.CAN I STOP APPLYING Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm NOW THAT MY SYMPTOMS HAVE GONE??

Yes. Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm ought to be stopped being applied if symptoms have disappeared.

#6.HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is prescribed to be applied for 2-3 weeks or as advised by your doctor.

#7.WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm?

It is advised that Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is applied at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to apply Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm at the proper time.If patient misses a dose of Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm,they should apply Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm immediately but if the time for the next application is near then its beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and apply Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm as per schedule,doubling of doses is not recommended.

#8.WILL Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

#9.HOW DOES Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm WORK?

Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm works by blocking the production of prostaglandins.Prostaglandins are a hormone that is naturally produced in the body that helps carry out inflammatory responses in the body when needed.By preventing prostaglandins from carrying out its inflammatory functions,Brufen Topical 3% Cream 30 gm is able to aid in the reduction of inflammation and swelling experienced by a patient.

 

Additional information

Type

Cream – Tube

Feature

3%

Unit

gm

Formula

Ibuprofen

Composition

Ibuprofen 5 %

Brand

Abbott Laboratories

Prescription Required

Yes