Brutaflam 120mg Tablet
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Manufactured By Mankind Pharma Ltd
Composition Etoricoxib (120mg)
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A: No. Brutaflam is not a narcotic. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(NSAID).
Q: Is Brutaflam a painkiller?
A: Yes. It is a pain killer. It belongs to the class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Q: What is the difference between Brutaflam and celecoxib?
A: Both Brutaflam and celecoxib are the medicines which inhibit an enzyme COX-2 (Cyclooxygenase-2) causes pain and inflammation. However, according to the research studies, Brutaflam is better than celecoxib in terms of effectiveness.
Q: How to differentiate Brutaflam and ibuprofen?
A: Brutaflam is a Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor which is an enzyme responsible for pain and inflammation but ibuprofen in a non-selective COX inhibitor which has more gastric side effects like gastric ulceration as compared to Brutaflam.
Q: Can warfarin be used with Brutaflam?
A: No. Brutaflam should be avoided with warfarin as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam for hypertension?
A: No. Brutaflam is a pain killer. It should be avoided in hypertension as it can lead to failure of the antihypertensive therapy and there is increased risk of fluid retention and oedema.
Q: Can a patient of diabetes use Brutaflam?
A: Normally painkillers are to be avoided in a patient with diabetes. Brutaflam can increase the risk of kidney failure when given in a patient of diabetes with compromised renal function. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before starting Brutaflam.
Q: Can I take Brutaflam along with Thiocolchicoside?
A: Yes. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant which is given in combination with Brutaflam but it is not approved. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
Q: How to differentiate Brutaflam and meloxicam?
A: Meloxicam causes gastric toxicity and can lead to black stools due to bleeding whereas Brutaflam is comparatively safer for the gastric mucosa. Brutaflam has cardiovascular (heart attack and stroke) side effects.
Q: Can I take diclofenac along with Brutaflam?
A: Both are pain killers. If they are taken together it increases the chances of side effects so better consult your doctor before starting them.
Q: Can I take paracetamol with Brutaflam?
A: Yes. They can be taken together but it increases the chances of liver damage. It can only be taken after consultation with your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.
Q: Can I take pregabalin with Brutaflam?
A: Yes. They can be taken together but you need to consult your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.
Q: Can I take tramadol along with Brutaflam?
A: Yes. They can be taken together but you need to consult your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.
Q: Can acenocoumarol be taken along with Brutaflam?
A: No. Brutaflam should be avoided with acenocoumarol as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.
Q: How is naproxen different from Brutaflam?
A: Naproxen is a non-selective Cyclooxygenase (COX) blocker whereas Brutaflam is a selective COX-2 blocker. Brutaflam has lesser gastric side effects. In research studies, Brutaflam has been found to have better effectiveness but the side effects are more.
Q: How is etodolac different from Brutaflam?
A: Etodolac and Brutaflam both are COX-2 inhibitors, an enzyme associated with the pain and inflammation but the COX-1 selectivity for etodolac is more as compared to Brutaflam.
Q: What is the contraindication for Brutaflam?
A: Contraindications with Brutaflam are allergy or hypersensitivity, heart disease, high blood pressure, renal failure, gastric ulceration, history of stroke, pregnancy, lactation and severe liver dysfunction.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam for allergy?
A: No. Brutaflam is not to be taken in a case of allergy.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam for chest pain?
A: No. Brutaflam is absolutely contraindicated in chest pain. Immediately consult your doctor if you have a chest pain.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam for inflammation?
A: Yes. Brutaflam can be used for inflammation. It helps to reduce the inflammation and pain associated with inflammation. Brutaflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q: Can tonsillitis be treated with Brutaflam?
A: No. Tonsillitis is caused due to infections in the tonsils which is most commonly by the bacteria. Antibiotics are used to treat tonsillitis. Brutaflam is a pain killer and can be used only to reduce the pain associated with tonsillitis but only with a prescription of a doctor.
Q: Can tendonitis be treated with Brutaflam?
A: Yes. Brutaflam can be used for pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the tendonitis. Brutaflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam for pain?
A: Yes. Brutaflam can be used for pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition. Brutaflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam in fever?
A: No. Brutaflam is a pain killer. It is not a medicine to be taken for fever.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam in sciatica?
A: Yes. Brutaflam can be used to decrease the pain but it does not cure the condition. Sciatica is a disease which is caused due to problems in the nerve and vertebral column. Brutaflam acts as a pain killer and only decreases the pain. Consult your doctor if you are diagnosed with sciatica for proper treatment.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam for arthritis and pain management?
A: Yes. Brutaflam can be used for arthritis and pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition. Brutaflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q: Can I use Brutaflam for ankylosing spondylitis?
A: Yes. Brutaflam can be used for ankylosing spondylitis. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition.
Q: Can I take Brutaflam for a sore throat?
A: Sore throat is mostly caused by bacteria so antibiotics are given to treat a sore throat whereas Brutaflam is a pain killer so it can be given in cases of throat pain associated with it but only under the prescription of a doctor.
Q: Can I take Brutaflam for a migraine?
A: Brutaflam is a pain killer but it is not approved for the treatment of pain associated with a migraine.
Q: Can dental pain be treated with Brutaflam?
A: Yes. Brutaflam can be given in the dental pain as shown by the research studies. It is mostly recommended for Postoperative dental surgery pain. Do consult your doctor and inform if any ongoing medicines before starting Brutaflam.
Q: Can I take Brutaflam for gout treatment?
A: Brutaflam can be given for acute gout as shown by the research studies. It provides relief by decreasing the pain and inflammation associated with gout.
Q: Can I take oral contraceptives with Brutaflam?
A: When oral contraceptives and Brutaflam is given, there are increased levels of oestrogen in the body which can lead to oestrogen related side effects like clots in a deep leg vein. So if at all Brutaflam is prescribed by a doctor do inform you are taking oral contraceptive.
Q: Can I take methotrexate with Brutaflam?
A: Blood levels of methotrexate is increased when it is given with Brutaflam. Proper monitoring of the blood levels and adequate dose adjustments are required if they are prescribed together.
Q: Can I take lithium with Brutaflam?
A: Brutaflam decrease lithium renal excretion and therefore increase lithium plasma levels. If necessary, monitor blood lithium closely and adjust the lithium dosage while the combination is being taken.
Q: Can I take Brutaflam with tacrolimus?
A: No. You should avoid Brutaflam with tacrolimus. It increases the risk of kidney damage by many folds when these two are given together.
Q: Can I take Brutaflam for osteoarthritis?
A: Yes, you can take Brutaflam for osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease and Brutaflam may help in reducing the pain associated with the disease.
Q: Can I take Brutaflam in heart disease?
A: No, you should not take Brutaflam if you have heart disease or increased risk of heart disease. Brutaflam increases the risk of heart attack, stroke and hypertension. Inform your doctor if you have heart disease before you start taking Brutaflam.
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