Uses / Indications:
Alfam 400mg tablet is used to ease mild to moderate pain, fever, and swelling caused by:
Headaches and migraines
Pain in the teeth or gums
Pain during menstruation (dysmenorrhea)
Body discomfort and muscle pain
Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis) and joint pain
Pain in the back or sprains
Pain from a cold or fever
Pain that happens after surgery or an injury
It works well to lower pain, edema, and fever.
Pregnancy interaction:
Don't do it throughout the third trimester of pregnancy.
Could make the fetal ductus arteriosus close too soon and cause renal issues in the unborn baby.
First and second trimesters: Only use if a doctor says it's safe and you really need it.
While breastfeeding:
Some of it may go into breast milk, but it's usually safe to use once in a while.
Always consult your doctor before using it while pregnant or nursing.
Expert advice:
Take after meals to calm your stomach.
While taking the Alfam 400 mg tablet, don't drink alcohol, smoke, or take other NSAIDs.
Without talking to a doctor, don't use it for more than three days for a fever or more than ten days for pain.
Tell your doctor if you have asthma, liver or kidney problems, or stomach ulcers.
To avoid getting dehydrated, drink a lot of water.
Take the lowest dose that works for you for the shortest amount of time.
Keep it out of the sun and away from kids in a cold, dry area.
Side Effects:
Side effects that happen often:
Feeling sick or throwing up
Heartburn or stomach ache
Bloating or indigestion
Dizziness or headache
Constipation or diarrhea
Serious yet uncommon adverse effects:
Bleeding in the stomach or intestines (black or tarry stools, vomiting blood)
Allergic symptoms include rashes, swelling, and trouble breathing.
Problems with the liver or kidneys
Blood pressure is high
Swelling of the ankles or fluid retention
If you have signs of a severe allergic response or gastrointestinal bleeding, get medical care right once.
How to use:
You can take one tablet (400 mg) with water, after meals, or as your doctor says.
You can take the dose again every 6 to 8 hours as needed, but don't take more than 3 tablets (1200 mg) in 24 hours unless your doctor tells you to.
Don't crush or chew; just swallow.
To keep your stomach from getting upset, take it with food or milk.
Use the lowest dose that works for the shortest amount of time.
How it works:
Alfam 400mg tablet stops the cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes from making prostaglandins, which are substances that cause pain, swelling, and fever.
Alfam's 400 mg tablet lowers prostaglandin levels by:
Helps with pain (analgesic action)
It has an anti-inflammatory action that lowers swelling and inflammation.
Lowers the body's temperature (antipyretic action)
Faq for medicine:
1. What is the purpose of the Alfam 400mg tablet?
It helps with pain, fever, and swelling caused by headaches, arthritis, menstrual cramps, toothaches, and injuries.
2. Is it safe to use the Alfam 400 mg tablet when pregnant?
Stay away from it in the third trimester. Use only under the care of a doctor in the early stages of pregnancy.
3. Is it okay to take paracetamol and an Alfam 400 mg tablet at the same time?
Yes, your doctor may tell you to take them together for short-term pain relief.
4. Is it okay to drink alcohol when taking an Alfam 400 mg tablet?
No. Drinking too much alcohol might hurt your liver and make you bleed from your stomach.
5. How long does it take for an Alfam 400 mg tablet to work?
It usually starts to work 30 to 45 minutes after you eat it.
6. Is it correct to take an Alfam 400 mg tablet on an empty stomach?
No, it's better to take it after eating or with milk to avoid upsetting your stomach.
7. Is it safe for kids to use the Alfam 400 mg tablet?
Children should not use the 400 mg tablet. As the doctor says, youngsters should only use pediatric versions (100 mg/200 mg suspension).
8. Does taking an Alfam 400 mg tablet make you sleepy?
No, the Alfam 400 mg tablet usually doesn't make you sleepy.
9. Is it okay to use the Alfam 400 mg tablet every day for arthritis?
With regular checks for side effects, a doctor can give it to you for persistent arthritis.
10. What should I do if I forget to take a dose?
As soon as you recall, take it. If your next dose is coming up soon, skip the one you missed. Don't take twice as much.
Medicine interaction:
Alfam 400mg tablet may have effects on:
Taking other NSAIDs or aspirin may increase the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcers.
Warfarin and heparin are blood thinners that make bleeding more likely.
Antihypertensives (ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers): Might make them less effective.
Diuretics (Furosemide): May impair renal function.
Corticosteroids: Raise the chance of getting stomach ulcers.
Alcohol: It could make stomach irritation or bleeding worse.
Methotrexate or Lithium: Raises the chance of toxicity.
SSRIs (antidepressants): Higher chance of bleeding in the stomach.
Before you start using the Alfam 400 mg tablet, make sure to tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking.
