FELBINAC
About
FELBINAC belongs to the class of 'non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs' primarily used to relieve pain and inflammation in the joints (arthralgia) and muscles. FELBINAC is also used to relieve pain in ankylosing spondylitis, soft tissue injuries, and other musculoskeletal conditions. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the spine and large joints.
FELBINAC consists of Felbinac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (pain killer/NSAID) that relieves pain. It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes and further prevents the formation of chemical messengers, 'prostaglandins' (PGs), that cause pain and swelling at the injured or damaged site.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on the severity of your pain. Common side effects of FELBINAC include burning sensation at the site, redness, itching, numbness, irritation, tingling, prickling, and skin rash. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.
FELBINAC is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, lips and mouth, nose, and any damaged skin. Before starting FELBINAC, inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart, or kidney diseases, eczema, asthma, and allergic reactions to medicines. If you are using other NSAIDs, please inform your doctor in advance. FELBINAC should be used with caution and only if necessary in pregnant and breastfeeding women. FELBINAC is not recommended for children. It is better to avoid consuming alcohol while using FELBINAC.
Uses of FELBINAC
Medicinal Benefits
FELBINAC is used to relieve pain in the joints and muscles caused by injury or inflammation. It contains Felbinac that is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) and relieves pain. It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that further prevent the formation of chemical messengers called 'prostaglandins' (PGs). These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the COX enzyme's effect, lesser PGs are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. FELBINAC is also used as a coupling agent (a medium that acts as a bond between the skin and the ultrasound transducer) in ultrasound therapy.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of FELBINAC
- Burning sensation at the site
- Redness
- Itching
- Numbness
- Irritation
- Tingling
- Prickling
- Skin rash
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart, or kidney diseases, asthma, eczema, and allergic reactions to medicines. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with FELBINAC unless advised. FELBINAC is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, lips and mouth, nose, and any damaged skin. If you are using other NSAIDs, please inform your doctor in advance. FELBINAC should be used with caution and only if necessary in pregnant and breastfeeding women. FELBINAC is not recommended for children. It is better to avoid consuming alcohol while using FELBINAC. Do not store FELBINAC above 25°C.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: FELBINAC may interact with blood thinners (bivalirudin), hormones (leuprolide, desmopressin), and antibiotics (daptomycin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption while using painkiller medicines.
Drug-Disease Interaction: FELBINAC should be used with caution in cases of heart, kidney, and liver problems, asthma, allergic reactions, and eczema.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionYou are recommended to limit or avoid alcohol consumption while using pain killer medicines like FELBINAC. Please seek medical advice for more information.
Pregnancy
cautionFELBINAC is recommended during pregnancy only if absolutely necessary. Please consult your doctor for more information if you are already pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionFELBINAC should be used during breastfeeding only if benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
not applicableFELBINAC does not affect your ability to drive. However, do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any unmanageable effects until you feel better.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor since FELBINAC should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor since FELBINAC should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease.
Children
unsafeFELBINAC is not recommended in children and adolescents younger than 16 years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching that is less likely to spasm, tear, and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
- Massages can also be helpful.
- Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
- Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
- Rest well and get plenty of sleep.
- To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
- Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
- Stay hydrated; drink plenty of water.
Special Advise
Let your doctor know that you are using FELBINAC if you are undergoing any medical tests.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body.
Arthralgia is the pain in one or more joints. This pain can be sharp, dull, stabbing, and burning, or throbbing. The intensity of pain ranges from mild to severe. Symptoms include burning sensation, numbness, pain, redness, and stiffness.
Ankylosing spondylitis: It causes pain and stiffness in the spine. The pain usually starts in the lower back and can spread to the neck, damaged joints, or other body parts. Symptoms include decreased flexibility, which usually leads to hunched-forward posture, and pain in the back and joints.
FAQs
FELBINAC contains Felbinac, a pain killer medicine. It works by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.
It is not advised to use other NSAIDs or pain killers while using FELBINAC. Please seek medical advice for further information.
FELBINAC can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of sunlight. Hence it is advised to protect the affected areas from direct sunlight to avoid any rash. It is also recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.
If you have earlier used any pain killer medicines like aspirin and experienced symptoms like asthma, itchy rash or hay fever, FELBINAC is not recommended for you. Please consult your doctor for alternate medicines to treat your pain.
