Ansaid 100mg 10 Tablets

Ansaid 100 mg Tablet – Product Specification

Requires Prescription: Yes

Generic Name

• Flurbiprofen (100 mg film‑coated tablet)

Drug Class

• Non‑Steroidal Anti‑Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)

Used For / Indications

• Relief of pain, swelling, and inflammation associated with:

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Rheumatoid arthritis

  • Ankylosing spondylitis

  • Musculoskeletal conditions or dental pain 

Dosage & Administration

• Adults (except elderly): 200–300 mg/day, divided into 2–4 doses; maximum 100 mg per dose 

• Take with food or a full glass of water to reduce gastric irritation

• Adjust dose individually based on response and tolerance 

How to Use

• Swallow the tablet whole with water

• Do not crush, chew, or split unless advised

• Ideally take with or after a meal to minimize gastrointestinal side effects 

Missed Dose / Overdose

• Missed Dose: Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip—do not double dose

• Overdose: Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness. Seek medical attention immediately 

Side Effects

Common:

• Gastrointestinal discomfort: nausea, abdominal pain, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation

• CNS: dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nervousness

• Other: skin rash, dry mouth, increased sweating, blurred vision, tinnitus 

Rare / Serious:

• GI bleeding, ulceration, and perforation—possible without warning symptoms (especially in elderly or long-term users)

• Elevation of liver enzymes, hepatic reactions including rare hepatic failure

• Hematological effects: anemia, prolonged bleeding due to platelet dysfunction

• Severe allergic reactions including anaphylaxis and Stevens‑Johnson Syndrome

Contraindications / When Not to Use

• Known hypersensitivity to flurbiprofen or other NSAIDs (including aspirin)

• History of NSAID-induced asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions

• Peri-operative period of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery

• Active GI bleeding or ulcerative disease

• Use in severe renal impairment or during pregnancy without medical supervision

Warnings & Precautions

• Increased risk of cardiovascular events (MI, stroke), particularly with long‑term use or high doses

• Increased GI risks: bleeding, ulceration, and perforation

• Monitor liver and renal function periodically

• Elderly patients are at higher risk for GI and renal adverse events

• Avoid concurrent use with other NSAIDs or anticoagulants unless prescribed 

Drug Interactions

• May increase bleeding risk when combined with anticoagulants or platelet inhibitors

• Concurrent use with aspirin may heighten GI adverse effects and reduce renal function

• Lithium toxicity risk increases with NSAIDs

• Interaction potential with other drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 or those affecting gastric pH 

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Pregnancy Category C: avoid in late pregnancy due to risk of ductus arteriosus closure and fetal effects

• Consult physician before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

Storage

• Store at controlled room temperature (20–25 °C / 68–77 °F)

• Keep in original container, protected from moisture and heat

• Keep out of reach of children 

Control Drug

• No

Quick Tips

• Always use the lowest effective dose for the shortest necessary duration

• Take with food or water to reduce stomach upset

• Avoid self-medication—seek medical advice if pain persists

• Watch for signs of GI bleeding (e.g., black stools, abdominal pain) and stop use immediately if observed

• Avoid use around the time of heart surgery (CABG)

• Inform your doctor if you have cardiovascular/CNS conditions or are elderly