Ansaid
Ansaid Tablets contain flurbiprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that exhibits anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activities in animal models. The mechanism of action of ANSAID, like that of other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, is not completely understood but may be related to prostaglandin synthetase inhibition.
How to use:
Before taking flurbiprofen, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
- a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;
- heart disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure;
- a history of stomach ulcer or bleeding;
- liver or kidney disease;
- asthma;
- polyps in your nose;
- a bleeding or blood clotting disorder; or
- if you smoke.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Ansaid
If Ansaid is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Ansaid with the following: Antacids; Aspirin; Beta blockers such as the blood pressure medications Inderal and Tenormin; Blood thinners such as Coumadin; Cimetidine (Tagamet); Methotrexate (Rheumatrex); Oral diabetes drugs such as Micronase; Ranitidine (Zantac); Water pills such as Lasix and Bumex
What is the most important information I should know about Ansaid?
This medicine can increase your risk of life-threatening heart or circulation problems, including heart attack or stroke. Do not use this medicine just before or after having heart bypass surgery (also called coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
Recommended Dosage
Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis: The usual starting dosage is a total of 200 to 300 milligrams a day, divided into 2, 3, or 4 smaller doses (usually 3 or 4 for rheumatoid arthritis). Your doctor will tailor the dose to suit your needs, but you should not take more than 100 milligrams at any one time or more than 300 milligrams in a day.
Ansaid Oral Storage
Store at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
