Brufen 200 mg Tablet

Brufen 200 mg Tablet is an ibuprofen medicine in tablet form, with each tablet containing 200 mg of ibuprofen. It belongs to the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class and is used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower fever. Brufen 200 mg Tablet is commonly used for headaches, toothache, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, and other minor pain conditions. This 200 mg strength is a lower-dose option in the Brufen tablet range.

How it works: Ibuprofen in Brufen 200 mg Tablet works by blocking substances in the body called prostaglandins, which cause pain, swelling, and fever. Because it is a tablet, it is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract to start relieving symptoms.

Brufen 200 mg Tablet is the lower-strength tablet compared with Brufen 400 mg Tablet and Brufen 600 mg Tablet. It may suit people who need a smaller ibuprofen dose, are starting treatment under medical advice, or need pain relief that can be adjusted more gradually. A doctor may choose Brufen 200 mg Tablet when a lower dose is appropriate for symptom control and safety.

• Headache relief
• Toothache relief
• Menstrual cramps
• Muscle aches and sprains
• Back pain
• Fever reduction

• Swallow Brufen 200 mg Tablet with a full glass of water.
• Take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not crush or chew unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.
• Use the smallest effective dose for the shortest time needed.
• If you use it for activity-related pain, take it only as directed by your doctor before or during symptoms.
• Do not take extra tablets because pain is still present without checking the daily limit.

Each Brufen 200 mg Tablet provides 200 mg of ibuprofen per tablet. Adults and older teens may take it every 4 to 6 hours as needed, but the exact schedule depends on the condition and the prescriber’s instructions. Do not exceed 1,200 mg in 24 hours unless a doctor specifically tells you to do so.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ibuprofen may include:

• Upset stomach
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Mild stomach pain
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Loose stools

• Do not use Brufen 200 mg Tablet if you have had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen, aspirin, or other NSAIDs.
• Use extra caution if you have a history of stomach ulcer, GI bleeding, heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or liver disease.
• Avoid taking it with alcohol, which can raise the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding.
• Do not combine it with other ibuprofen products or other NSAIDs unless your clinician tells you to.
• If you are pregnant, especially in the third trimester, ask a doctor before using ibuprofen.
• Be careful when driving if you feel dizzy after taking Brufen 200 mg Tablet.
• Use caution if you are on blood thinners or medicines that affect kidney function.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Aspirin or other NSAIDs such as naproxen
• ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and diuretics
• Lithium
• Methotrexate

Store Brufen 200 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.