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Indications

Ansaid is a pain reliever used to reduce symptoms of arthritis including swelling, stiffness, and joint pain.

Flurbiprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that inhibits your body’s inflammatory response to reduce pain caused by swelling. The medicine also offers analgesic effects which reduce painful sensations. These actions allow Ansaid to relieve joint pain associated with arthritis as well as swelling and stiffness.

Dosage and Administration

The dose of Ansaid that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and severity of arthritis being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s directions for use and read packaging instructions to ensure the best results. Do not take a higher dose than prescribed or for any longer than recommended.

• Swallow tablets whole
• Take with a full glass of water
• If stomach upset occurs take your doses with food, milk, or an antacid
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest length of time needed to relieve symptoms
• Adults should take 150 to 200mg divided into 2 or 3 doses daily
• Those with acute pain may have their doses increased to 300mg divided daily
• Patients should not take more than 300mg divided daily and no more than 100mg in a single dose
• Symptoms may take up to 2 weeks to fully improve
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Ansaid may cause you to develop some side effects while reducing your pain and inflammation. Talk to your healthcare provider for more information regarding any symptoms that you may encounter during treatment.

Common Ansaid side effects:

• Upset stomach, constipation, gas
• Heartburn, nausea
• Vomiting, diarrhea
• Dizziness, drowsiness
• Headache

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse effects may occur when taking Ansaid. Stop using this medication and contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Severe stomach pain
• Changes in vision
• Changes in your hearing such as ringing ears
• Mental or mood changes
• Fast or pounding heart
• Persistent or severe headache
• Fainting
• Difficulty or pain with swallowing
• Heart failure (swelling ankles or feet, unusual tiredness, sudden and unusual weight gain)
• Kidney problems
• Easy bruising or bleeding
• Signs of an infection (fever, persistent sore throat)
• Unexplained neck stiffness
• Trouble speaking
• Signs of stomach bleeding (bloody or tarry stools, stomach pain, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, shortness of breath, unusual sweating, weakness on one side of your body, sudden vision changes, trouble speaking)
• Signs of liver disease (jaundice, dark urine, severe stomach or abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting)

Allergic Reactions

Do not take Ansaid if you are allergic to flurbiprofen or any other NSAID such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Stop using this pain reliever and call your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:

• Fever
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Rash
• Itching or swelling of you face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Severe dizziness
• Difficulty breathing

Cautions

• Ansaid, like other NSAIDs, may increase your risk of developing a serious cardiovascular thrombotic event, myocardial infarction, or stroke which could be fatal. Your risk of these conditions may increase further the longer that you use this medication.
• Do not use Ansaid if you have recently undergone a heart bypass surgery.
• Do not use Ansaid if you have a history of asthma caused by taking aspirin or other NSAIDs.
• To ensure your safety when taking Ansaid, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following conditions:
  • Liver disease
  • Poorly controlled diabetes
  • Stomach, intestinal, or esophageal problems like bleeding or ulcers
  • Heart disease
  • Stroke
  • High blood pressure
  • Swelling
  • Blood disorders
  • Bleeding or blood clotting problems
  • Asthma
  • Growths in your nose
• Ansaid and other NSAIDs may cause you to develop kidney problems, a risk that is increased if you are dehydrated, an older adult, have heart failure or kidney disease, or if you take certain medications. Drink plenty of fluids during treatment to avoid dehydration.
• Avoid drinking alcohol during treatment with Ansaid because it can cause an increase in adverse effects and heighten your risk of developing stomach bleeding.
• Do not drive or perform hazardous tasks until you know how this medication will affect you because Ansaid may cause you to become dizzy or drowsy which can impair your reactions.
• Ansaid may make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays and wear sunscreen when out of doors. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop a sunburn or have skin that is red or blistering.
• Consult with your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before using Ansaid. This medication may harm your unborn baby and cause complications, especially if taken in the last 20 weeks of pregnancy.
• Ask your healthcare provider before breastfeeding while taking Ansaid. This medicine passes into breastmilk and can cause adverse effects in your nursing child.
• Some drugs can interact with Ansaid and cause adverse reactions. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including over the counter medications, but especially any of the following:
  • Aliskiren
  • ACE inhibitors
  • Angiotensin II receptor blockers like losartan or valsartan
  • Cidofovir
  • Corticosteroids like prednisone
  • Lithium
  • Methotrexate
  • Diuretic medications like furosemide
  • Clopidogrel
  • Dabigatran, enoxaparin, warfarin, and other blood thinners
  • Any other NSAID medications
  • Other medications containing pain relievers or fever reducers
• Ansaid is not an approved method of treatment for anyone under the age of 12.

Form and Strength

This arthritis pain medication is available in tablet form.

• Ansaid tablet strengths:
  • 50mg
  • 100mg

The 50 and 100mg strength Ansaid tablets are both available in quantities of 100.

FAQ

What precautions should be taken with Ansaid?

Ansaid is a safe and effective medication used to relieve pain associated with arthritic conditions, but it should not be taken right before or after heart bypass surgery. In rare occasions, Ansaid may cause you to develop stomach or intestinal bleeding. Your risk of this occurring is increased when the medicine is taken in large amounts and/or for long-term. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions for use for the best results during treatment.

Can you take Ansaid on an empty stomach?

Ansaid can be taken with or without food with minimal impact on the medication’s effectiveness. However, this medication may cause irritation in your stomach, an effect that can be prevented by taking your doses with food, milk, or an antacid. Speak with your healthcare provider for more information and follow all their directions for the best response.

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