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Suprofen
Latest prescription information about Suprofen. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Suprofen
Pronunciation : SOO proe fin
Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Inflammatory Agents
ICD Code : Y45.9
Trade Name(s): International- Profenal. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, prescribed for reducing pain and inflammation in the eyes. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis) and hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Ophthalmic- 2 drops in the conjunctival sac at 3, 2 and 1 hour(s) prior to surgery. How it should be taken : It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes, as directed by your physician. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bleeding or blood-clotting disease, stomach ulcer, recently had surgery, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Side Effects : Eye - Burning and stinging, eye irritation, pain, sensitivity to light, and punctate epithelial staining. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature. |
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- Indian Pharma Reference Guide 2012
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