Infen Plaster

Infen Plaster is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It acts as a painkiller to treat period cramps and pain. It is also used to cure inflammatory pains caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It functions by prohibiting the production of prostaglandin in the body.

On using Infen Plaster you may experience side effects such as difficulty in breathing, rapid weight gain, swelling, skin rash, headache, indigestion, stomach upset, diarrhoea, constipation, dizziness, itching, blisters, hives, difficulty in speech and vision. Should any of your reactions persist or become severe over time, seek the help of your health care provider right away.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Infen Plaster, you have any other severe allergic reactions, you are expecting or have recently recovered from a heart surgery, you are taking any medications, you are pregnant or are breastfeeding a baby, you have poor health, have a history of swelling/ kidney/ liver disorder, diabetes or high blood pressure.

The dosage should be determined by your doctor. The usual dosage is about 50 mg taken orally four times in a day or 75 mg taken thrice a day.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Burning Sensation

• Itching

• Skin Redness

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Ketopatch 30mg patch 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.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Ketopatch 30mg patch is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medicine falls under the category of NSAIDs. It works by diminishing the synthesis of prostaglandin precursors. Therefore, it is used for treating inflammation, pain, arthritis, menstrual pain, toothache and muscles back. It is administered orally or injected or includes topical applications.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

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