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Flurbiprofen 100 mg Tablet, Film Coated, 30-count

by Bryant Ranch Prepack · 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (63629-8338-1)
NDC 63629-8338-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 63629-8338-1 billing pads the package segment with a zero
This package
Contains30-count Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 60 tablets 63629-8338-02
Rx only Generic Discontinued Non-controlled ⚠ Discontinued by firm
🗂️ Data synced Jun 22, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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Excluded from the active FDA NDC Directory. The labeler reported this product as discontinued, so it is excluded from the active NDC Directory. The listing was last certified through Jan 2026. A label may still appear on DailyMed, but the NDC is no longer in the current FDA NDC Directory. Search the FDA NDC Directory ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 63629-8338-1
Product NDC 63629-8338
11-digit billing NDC 63629833801
RxCUI 197724
UNII 5GRO578KLP
Application # ANDA074431
SPL Set ID 5352162c-d09f-42be-9760-9d4bdfbe7788
Established class (EPC) Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
Mechanism of action Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Chemical class Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status Discontinued
FDA listing status Discontinued by firm (certified through Jan 2026)
Marketing start 1995-06-02
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, FILM COATED
Substance FLURBIPROFEN
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 63629-8338-1 — a 5-4-1 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the package segment → 63629-8338-01. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug class.

Pharmacologic class Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
Drug family (ATC) Propionic acid derivatives, Antiinflammatory preparations, non-steroids for topical use, Other throat preparations
How it works Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerBryant Ranch Prepack
Application holderNEW HEIGHTSRX LLC
FDA applicationANDA074431 (ANDA)
Labeler code63629
First marketedJun 1995
Product typeHuman Prescription Drug
Portfolio4,433 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • The flurbiprofen tablet (available as Flurbiprofen or Lurbiro) is prescribed to ease the pain, stiffness, and swelling that come with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. There...
  • It depends on what you're taking. Flurbiprofen can interact with blood thinners like warfarin, antidepressants (SSRIs and SNRIs), blood pressure drugs like ACE inhibitors or beta-b...
  • Is it safe to take flurbiprofen with my other medications?
  • Common ones include stomach upset, heartburn, nausea, headache, and some swelling. Those are bothersome but usually manageable. The ones to act on quickly are: chest pain or troubl...
📖 Read our full Flurbiprofen guide →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

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Where does this data come from?
Source: official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed and the openFDA label index. Structured IACT rows and label-wide narrative are kept separate; availability and product-level specificity depend on the submitted label.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
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No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Try another pack size: 60 tablets
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Lurbiro 100 mg 71085-0082-30 IPG 30 tablets $3.174 Availability likely
Flurbiprofen 100 mg 64950-0218-10 Genus 100 tablets $3.174 Availability likely
Flurbiprofen 100 mgthis 63629-8338-01 Bryant 30 tablets Discontinued
Flurbiprofen 100 mg 63629-8808-01 Bryant 100 tablets Discontinued
Flurbiprofen 100 mg 68071-4436-04 NuCare 14 tablets FDA listed
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

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1995
On the market since
Jun 1995
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2026
Currently FDA-listed
31 years listed
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Generic on the market
this product is a generic
This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

📊 Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Flurbiprofen — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 2 manufacturers.
⚠️ Drug-level data: CMS publishes Part D spending by drug, not by NDC — these figures combine every manufacturer, strength and package size sold under the name Flurbiprofen. That’s a different level of aggregation than the Medicaid card above, which is specific to this exact 11-digit NDC (pack size included), so the two aren’t directly comparable.
Period
Total Part D spend
$217.3K
Claims incl. refills
1.9K
Beneficiaries
1.4K
Spend / beneficiary
$156.00
Spend / claim
$112.77
Trend by period
💵 About the dollar figures: spending is what Part D plans paid before confidential manufacturer rebates, so the program’s real net cost is lower. A blank patient count means fewer than 11 people — CMS hides counts that small to protect privacy. Source: CMS Medicare Quarterly Part D Spending by Drug (data.cms.gov), updated quarterly.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Flurbiprofen — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Angioedema89
Urticaria70
Nausea69
Dyspnoea68
Arthralgia66
Pain60
Vomiting58

Reporter sex

1,567 reports
Male · 34%
Female · 66%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization627
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 112 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
63629-8338-01 You're viewing this 30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (63629-8338-1) 2021-12-23 Discontinued by firm
63629-8338-02 60 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE (63629-8338-2) 2020-07-17 Discontinued by firm

You're viewing the smallest of 2 pack sizes for this product.

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 63629-8338-01?
NDC 63629-8338-01 is a 30-count package — 30 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle.
What is the difference between NDC 63629-8338-01 and NDC 63629-8338-02?
Both are Flurbiprofen 100 mg Tablet, Film Coated — the drug itself is identical. NDC 63629-8338-01 is the 30-count package, while NDC 63629-8338-02 is the 60 tablets package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Flurbiprofen 100 mg Tablet, Film Coated?
Bill NDC 63629-8338-01 — the 11-digit billing format is 63629833801. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Finished prescription product No longer marketed (per FDA listing data)
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos — Not published for this NDC No photo available yet for this listing.
Inactive ingredients (structured) — Not published for this NDC The labeler did not submit a structured excipient list, or no SPL is available.
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
What does the discontinued status mean for this NDC?
The labeler reported a marketing end date (or the listing was delisted), so this specific package is no longer actively marketed. Remaining stock may still be dispensed for a time, and the NDC stays valid for historical records and claims — but data feeds (pricing, labeling) typically stop updating for it. Other package sizes or other manufacturers' versions of the same medication may still be marketed — see the equivalents section where available.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 63629-8338-1, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 63629-8338-01, written without dashes as 63629833801. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 63629-8338-01, the first segment (63629) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Bryant Ranch Prepack; the middle segment (8338) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (01) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 60 tablets (63629-8338-02). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Bryant Ranch Prepack is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as a prescription product, so it is dispensed under a prescriber's order. Your pharmacist can tell you whether any over-the-counter forms of the same medication exist.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official prescribing information, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🚨 Boxed Warning ~1 min read

WARNING: RISK OF SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR AND GASTROINTESTINAL EVENTS Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. Flurbiprofen tablets are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery [ see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ].

Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. These events can occur at any time during use and without warning symptoms. Elderly patients and patients with a prior history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding are at greater risk for serious GI events [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ].

WARNING: RISK OF SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR AND GASTROINTESTINAL EVENTS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use ( 5.1 ) Flurbiprofen tablets are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery ( 4 , 5.1 ) NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal.

These events can occur at any time during use and without warning symptoms. Elderly patients and patients with a prior history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding are at greater risk for serious GI events ( 5.2 )

🎯 Indications and Usage 59 words

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Flurbiprofen tablets are indicated: For relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. For relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis. Flurbiprofen tablets are a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for Relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis ( 1 ) Relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis ( 1 )

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 172 words

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of flurbiprofen tablets and other treatment options before deciding to use flurbiprofen tablets. Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. After observing the response to initial therapy with flurbiprofen tablets, the dose and frequency should be adjusted to suit an individual patient's needs.

For relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, the dosage is 200 to 300 mg per day, divided for administration two, three, or four times a day. The largest recommended single dose in a multiple-dose daily regimen is 100 mg. Use the lowest effective dosage for shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals ( 2 ) The recommended starting dose of flurbiprofen tablets is 200 to 300 mg per day, divided for administration two, three, or four times a day.

The largest recommended single dose in a multiple-dose daily regimen is 100 mg ( 2 )

💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths 25 words

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Flurbiprofen Tablets, USP: 100 mg round, convex, blue, film-coated tablets debossed “93” and “711” Tablets: 100 mg ( 3 )

Contraindications 142 words

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Flurbiprofen tablets are contraindicated in the following patients: Known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions) to flurbiprofen or any components of the drug product [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 , 5.9 ) ] History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. Severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs have been reported in such patients [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 , 5.8 ) ].

In the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. Known hypersensitivity to flurbiprofen or any components of the drug product ( 5.7 , 5.9 ) History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs ( 5.7 , 5.8 ) In the setting of CABG surgery ( 5.1 )

⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ~3 min read

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hepatotoxicity : Inform patients of warning signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity. Discontinue if abnormal liver tests persist or worsen or if clinical signs and symptoms of liver disease develop ( 5.3 ) Hypertension : Patients taking some antihypertensive medications may have impaired response to these therapies when taking NSAIDs. Monitor blood pressure ( 5.4 , 7 ) Heart Failure and Edema : Avoid use of flurbiprofen in patients with severe heart failure unless benefits are expected to outweigh risk of worsening heart failure ( 5.5 ) Renal Toxicity : Monitor renal function in patients with renal or hepatic impairment, heart failure, dehydration, or hypovolemia.

Avoid use of flurbiprofen in patients with advanced renal disease unless benefits are expected to outweigh risk of worsening renal function ( 5.6 ) Anaphylactic Reactions : Seek emergency help if an anaphylactic reaction occurs ( 5.7 ) Exacerbation of Asthma Related to Aspirin Sensitivity : Flurbiprofen is contraindicated in patients with aspirin-sensitive asthma. Monitor patients with preexisting asthma (without aspirin sensitivity) ( 5.8 ) Serious Skin Reactions : Discontinue flurbiprofen at first appearance of skin rash or other signs of hypersensitivity ( 5.9 ) Premature Closure of Fetal Ductus Arteriosus : Avoid use in pregnant women starting at 30 weeks gestation.

( 5.10 , 8.1 ) Hematologic Toxicity : Monitor hemoglobin or hematocrit in patients with any signs or symptoms of anemia ( 5.11 , 7 )

5.1Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events Clinical trials of several COX-2 selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to three years duration have shown an increased risk of serious cardiovascular (CV) thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction (MI), and stroke, which can be fatal. Based on available data, it is unclear that the risk for CV thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. The relative increase in serious CV thrombotic events over baseline conferred by NSAID use appears to be similar in those with and without known CV disease or risk factors for CV disease.

However, patients with known CV disease or risk factors had a higher absolute incidence of excess serious CV thrombotic events, due to their increased baseline rate. Some observational studies found that this increased risk of serious CV thrombotic events began as early as the first weeks of treatment. The increase in CV thrombotic risk has been observed most consistently at higher doses.

To minimize the potential risk for an adverse CV event in NSAID-treated patients, use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of such events, throughout the entire treatment course, even in the absence of previous CV symptoms. Patients should be informed about the symptoms of serious CV events and the steps to take if they occur.

There is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious CV thrombotic events associated with NSAID use. The concurrent use of aspirin and an NSAID, such as flurbiprofen, increases the risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) events [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ]. Status Post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery Two large, controlled clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.

NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of CABG [ see Contraindications ( 4 ) ]. Post-MI Patients Observational studies conducted in the Danish National Registry have demonstrated that patients treated with NSAIDs in the post-MI period were at increased risk of reinfarction, CV-related death, and all-cause mortality beginning in the first week of treatment. In this same cohort, the incidence of death in the first year post-MI was 20 per 100 person years in NSAID-treated patients compared to 12 per 100 person years in…

🤒 Adverse Reactions ~2 min read

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] GI Bleeding, Ulceration and Perforation [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Hepatotoxicity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] Hypertension [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) ] Heart Failure and Edema [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] Renal Toxicity and Hyperkalemia [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ] Anaphylactic Reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 ) ] Serious Skin Reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 ) ] Hematologic Toxicity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 ) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence > 3% from clinical trials) are: abdominal pain, dyspepsia, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, headache, edema, signs and symptoms suggesting urinary tract infection ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Teva at 1-888-838-2872 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or http://www.fda.gov/medwatch for voluntary reporting of adverse reactions.

6.1Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Incidence of 1% or greater Body as a whole: edema Digestive system: GI bleeding, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia/heartburn, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, elevated liver enzymes Metabolic and nutritional system: body weight changes Nervous system: headache, nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, increased reflexes, tremor, amnesia, asthenia, depression, malaise, somnolence Respiratory system: rhinitis Skin and appendages: rash Special senses: changes in vision, dizziness, tinnitus Urogenital system: signs and symptoms suggesting urinary tract infection Incidence < 1% Body as a whole: anaphylactic reaction, chills, fever Cardiovascular system: myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, hypertension, vascular diseases, vasodilation Digestive system: gastric/peptic ulcer disease, hematemesis, bloody diarrhea, hepatitis, esophageal disease, gastritis, stomatitis/glossitis, dry mouth Hemic and lymphatic system: iron deficiency anemia, decrease in hemoglobin and hematocrit, purpura, eosinophilia Metabolic and nutritional system: hyperuricemia Nervous system: cerebrovascular ischemia, convulsion, ataxia, confusion, hypertonia, paresthesia, twitching, emotional lability Respiratory system: asthma, dyspnea, epistaxis, bronchitis, laryngitis Skin and appendages: angioedema, urticaria, eczema, pruritus, herpes simplex, alopecia, dry skin Special senses: vertigo, corneal opacity, parosmia, conjunctivitis Urogenital system: renal failure, vaginal hemorrhage, hematuria

6.2Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of flurbiprofen. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Cardiovascular system: angina pectoris, arrhythmias Digestive system: jaundice (cholestatic and noncholestatic), colitis, small intestine inflammation with loss of blood and protein, exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease, cholecystitis, periodontal abscess, appetite changes Hemic and lymphatic system: aplastic anemia (including agranulocytosis or pancytopenia), hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, ecchymosis, lymphadenopathy Metabolic and nutritional system: hyperkalemia Nervous system: cerebrovascular accident, subarachnoid hemorrhage, meningitis, myasthenia Respiratory system: pulmonary infarct, pulmonary embolism, hyperventilation, Skin and appendages: toxic epidermal necrolysis, exfoliative dermatitis, zoster, photosensitivity, nail disorder, sweating Speci…

🔄 Drug Interactions ~3 min read

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See Table 1 for clinically significant drug interactions with flurbiprofen. Table 1: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with Flurbiprofen Drugs That Interfere with Hemostasis Clinical Impact: Flurbiprofen and anticoagulants such as warfarin have a synergistic effect on bleeding. The concomitant use of flurbiprofen and anticoagulants have an increased risk of serious bleeding compared to the use of either drug alone.

Serotonin release by platelets plays an important role in hemostasis. Case-control and cohort epidemiological studies showed that concomitant use of drugs that interfere with serotonin reuptake and an NSAID may potentiate the risk of bleeding more than an NSAID alone. Intervention: Monitor patients with concomitant use of flurbiprofen with anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) for signs of bleeding [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ].

Aspirin Clinical Impact: Controlled clinical studies showed that the concomitant use of NSAIDs and analgesic doses of aspirin does not produce any greater therapeutic effect than the use of NSAIDs alone. In a clinical study, the concomitant use of an NSAID and aspirin was associated with a significantly increased incidence of GI adverse reactions as compared to use of the NSAID alone [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Concurrent administration of aspirin lowers serum flurbiprofen concentrations.

The clinical significance of this interaction is not known. Intervention: Concomitant use of flurbiprofen and analgesic doses of aspirin is not generally recommended because of the increased risk of bleeding [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Flurbiprofen is not a substitute for low dose aspirin for cardiovascular protection.

ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin Receptor Blockers, and Beta-Blockers Clinical Impact: NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), or beta-blockers (including propranolol). In patients who are elderly, volume-depleted (including those on diuretic therapy), or have renal impairment, coadministration of an NSAID with ACE inhibitors or ARBs may result in deterioration of renal function, including possible acute renal failure. These effects are usually reversible.

Intervention: During concomitant use of flurbiprofen and ACE-inhibitors, ARBs, or beta-blockers, monitor blood pressure to ensure that the desired blood pressure is obtained. During concomitant use of flurbiprofen and ACE-inhibitors or ARBs in patients who are elderly, volume-depleted, or have impaired renal function, monitor for signs of worsening renal function [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ]. When drugs are administered concomitantly, patients should be adequately hydrated.

Assess renal function at the beginning of the concomitant treatment and periodically thereafter. Diuretics Clinical Impact: Clinical studies, as well as post-marketing observations, showed that NSAIDs reduced the natriuretic effect of loop diuretics (e.g., furosemide) and thiazide diuretics in some patients. This effect has been attributed to the NSAID inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis.

Intervention: During concomitant use of flurbiprofen with diuretics, observe patients for signs of worsening renal function, in addition to assuring diuretic efficacy including antihypertensive effects [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Digoxin Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of flurbiprofen with digoxin has been reported to increase the serum concentration and prolong the half-life of digoxin [ see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ]. Intervention: During concomitant use of flurbiprofen and digoxin, monitor serum digoxin levels.

Lithium Clinical Impact: NSAIDs have produced elevations in plasma lithium levels and reductions in renal lithium clearance . The mean minimum lithi…

👥 Use in Specific Populations ~3 min read

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy : Use of NSAIDs during the third trimester of pregnancy increases the risk of premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus. Avoid use of NSAIDs in pregnant women starting at 30 weeks gestation ( 5.10 , 8.1 ) Infertility : NSAIDs are associated with reversible infertility. Consider withdrawal of flurbiprofen in women who have difficulties conceiving ( 8.3 )

8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary Use of NSAIDs, including flurbiprofen, during the third trimester of pregnancy increases the risk of premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus. Avoid use of NSAIDs, including flurbiprofen, in pregnant women starting at 30 weeks of gestation (third trimester). There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of flurbiprofen in pregnant women.

Data from observational studies regarding potential embryo-fetal risks of NSAID use in women in the first or second trimesters of pregnancy are inconclusive. In the general U.S. population, all clinically recognized pregnancies, regardless of drug exposure, have a background rate of 2 to 4% for major malformations, and 15 to 20% for pregnancy loss. In animal reproduction studies, delayed parturition, prolonged labor, stillborn fetuses, and the presence of retained fetuses at necropsy occurred following treatment of pregnant rats treated with oral flurbiprofen throughout gestation until labor at less than 1-time the human dose of 300 mg/day.

Embryofetal lethality was seen in pregnant rats and rabbits administered oral flurbiprofen during the period of organogenesis at exposures 0.03-times and 0.5 times, respectively, the human dose of 300 mg. No evidence of malformations were noted in rats, rabbits, or mice treated with flurbiprofen during the period of organogenesis at doses that were 0.8-, 0.5-, and 0.2-times the maximum human daily dose [see Data]. Based on animal data, prostaglandins have been shown to have an important role in endometrial vascular permeability, blastocyst implantation, and decidualization.

In animal studies, administration of prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors such as flurbiprofen, resulted in increased pre- and post-implantation loss. Clinical Considerations Labor or Delivery There are no studies on the effects of flurbiprofen during labor or delivery. In animal studies, NSAIDS, including flurbiprofen, inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, cause delayed parturition, and increase the incidence of stillbirth.

Data Animal data Pregnant rats were treated with oral doses of 0.05, 1, and 3 mg/kg flurbiprofen 14 days prior to mating through Gestation Day (GD) 16. Embryofetal lethality was seen at 1 mg/kg and above (0.03 times the maximum recommended human dose [MRHD] of 300 mg on a mg/m 2 basis). No maternal toxicity was evident at this dose.

No malformations were seen in fetuses from pregnant rats administered flurbiprofen during the period of organogenesis at doses up to 25 mg/kg (0.8 times the MRHD on a mg/m 2 basis). Maternal toxicity (uterine hemorrhage, gastric ulcers) was observed at this dose. Pregnant rabbits were administered oral doses of 0.675, 2.25, and 7.5 mg/kg flurbiprofen from GD 1 through GD 29.

Embryofetal lethality, but no evidence of teratogenicity, was seen at 7.5 mg/kg (0.5 times the MRHD of 300 mg on a mg/m 2 basis). Maternal toxicity (gastric ulcers and lethality) was observed at this dose. Pregnant mice were treated with oral doses of 2, 5, and 12 mg/kg flurbiprofen from GD 3 to 18.

An increased incidence of fetal lethality occurred in the 12 mg/kg group (0.2 times the MRHD). All doses were associated with some evidence of maternal toxicity (placental hemorrhage). Pregnant rats were treated with oral doses of 0.2, 0.675, 2.25, 7.5, and 25 mg/kg flurbiprofen from GD 1 until labor.

Delayed delivery, the incidence of stillborn pups, and decreased pup viability, were noted at doses of 2.25 mg/kg and higher (0.07 times the MRHD). These doses were associated with maternal toxicity (uterine hemorrhage, gastrointestinal ulceration,…

🤰 Pregnancy ~3 min read

8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary Use of NSAIDs, including flurbiprofen, during the third trimester of pregnancy increases the risk of premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus. Avoid use of NSAIDs, including flurbiprofen, in pregnant women starting at 30 weeks of gestation (third trimester). There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of flurbiprofen in pregnant women.

Data from observational studies regarding potential embryo-fetal risks of NSAID use in women in the first or second trimesters of pregnancy are inconclusive. In the general U.S. population, all clinically recognized pregnancies, regardless of drug exposure, have a background rate of 2 to 4% for major malformations, and 15 to 20% for pregnancy loss. In animal reproduction studies, delayed parturition, prolonged labor, stillborn fetuses, and the presence of retained fetuses at necropsy occurred following treatment of pregnant rats treated with oral flurbiprofen throughout gestation until labor at less than 1-time the human dose of 300 mg/day.

Embryofetal lethality was seen in pregnant rats and rabbits administered oral flurbiprofen during the period of organogenesis at exposures 0.03-times and 0.5 times, respectively, the human dose of 300 mg. No evidence of malformations were noted in rats, rabbits, or mice treated with flurbiprofen during the period of organogenesis at doses that were 0.8-, 0.5-, and 0.2-times the maximum human daily dose [see Data]. Based on animal data, prostaglandins have been shown to have an important role in endometrial vascular permeability, blastocyst implantation, and decidualization.

In animal studies, administration of prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors such as flurbiprofen, resulted in increased pre- and post-implantation loss. Clinical Considerations Labor or Delivery There are no studies on the effects of flurbiprofen during labor or delivery. In animal studies, NSAIDS, including flurbiprofen, inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, cause delayed parturition, and increase the incidence of stillbirth.

Data Animal data Pregnant rats were treated with oral doses of 0.05, 1, and 3 mg/kg flurbiprofen 14 days prior to mating through Gestation Day (GD) 16. Embryofetal lethality was seen at 1 mg/kg and above (0.03 times the maximum recommended human dose [MRHD] of 300 mg on a mg/m 2 basis). No maternal toxicity was evident at this dose.

No malformations were seen in fetuses from pregnant rats administered flurbiprofen during the period of organogenesis at doses up to 25 mg/kg (0.8 times the MRHD on a mg/m 2 basis). Maternal toxicity (uterine hemorrhage, gastric ulcers) was observed at this dose. Pregnant rabbits were administered oral doses of 0.675, 2.25, and 7.5 mg/kg flurbiprofen from GD 1 through GD 29.

Embryofetal lethality, but no evidence of teratogenicity, was seen at 7.5 mg/kg (0.5 times the MRHD of 300 mg on a mg/m 2 basis). Maternal toxicity (gastric ulcers and lethality) was observed at this dose. Pregnant mice were treated with oral doses of 2, 5, and 12 mg/kg flurbiprofen from GD 3 to 18.

An increased incidence of fetal lethality occurred in the 12 mg/kg group (0.2 times the MRHD). All doses were associated with some evidence of maternal toxicity (placental hemorrhage). Pregnant rats were treated with oral doses of 0.2, 0.675, 2.25, 7.5, and 25 mg/kg flurbiprofen from GD 1 until labor.

Delayed delivery, the incidence of stillborn pups, and decreased pup viability, were noted at doses of 2.25 mg/kg and higher (0.07 times the MRHD). These doses were associated with maternal toxicity (uterine hemorrhage, gastrointestinal ulceration, decreased body weight). Pregnant rats treated with oral doses of 0.4, 4, and 10 mg/kg flurbiprofen from GD 16 to labor, delayed parturition was seen at 0.4 mg/kg and above and stillborn pups were seen at 4 mg/kg and above (0.01-times and 0.13 times, respectively, the MRHD on mg/m 2 basis).

Uterine hemorrhage, ulceration, and mortality were noted in dams at 0.4 mg/kg and above.

🧒 Pediatric Use 13 words

8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.

🧓 Geriatric Use 67 words

8.5Geriatric Use Elderly patients, compared to younger patients, are at greater risk for NSAID-associated serious cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and/or renal adverse reactions. If the anticipated benefit for the elderly patient outweighs these potential risks, start dosing at the low end of the dosing range, and monitor patients for adverse effects [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 5.3 , 5.6 , 5.13 ) ].

🆘 Overdosage 152 words

10 OVERDOSAGE Symptoms following acute NSAID overdosages have been typically limited to lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and epigastric pain, which are generally reversible with supportive care. Gastrointestinal bleeding has occurred. Hypertension, acute renal failure, respiratory depression and coma have occurred, but were rare [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 5.4 , 5.6 ) ].

Manage patients with symptomatic and supportive care following an NSAID overdosage. There are no specific antidotes. Consider emesis and/or activated charcoal (60 to 100 grams in adults, 1 to 2 grams per kg of body weight in pediatric patients) and/or osmotic cathartic in symptomatic patients seen within four hours of ingestion or in patients with a large overdosage (5 to 10 times the recommended dosage).

Forced diuresis, alkalinization of urine, hemodialysis, or hemoperfusion may not be useful due to high protein binding. For additional information about overdosage treatment contact a poison control center (1-800-222-1222).

🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ~3 min read

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

12.1Mechanism of Action Flurbiprofen has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. The mechanism of action of flurbiprofen, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood but involves inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2). Flurbiprofen is a potent inhibitor of prostaglandin (PG) synthesis in vitro.

Flurbiprofen concentrations reached during therapy have produced in vivo effects. Prostaglandins sensitize afferent nerves and potentiate the action of bradykinin in inducing pain in animal models. Prostaglandins are mediators of inflammation.

Because flurbiprofen is an inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis, its mode of action may be due to a decrease of prostaglandins in peripheral tissues.

12.3Pharmacokinetics General pharmacokinetic characteristics The pharmacokinetics of flurbiprofen have been characterized in healthy subjects, special populations and patients (see Table 2). The pharmacokinetics of flurbiprofen are linear, and there is little accumulation of flurbiprofen following multiple doses of flurbiprofen. Table 2: Mean (SD) R-, S-Flurbiprofen Pharmacokinetic Parameters Normalized to a 100 mg Dose of Flurbiprofen Tablets Pharmacokinetic Parameter Normal Healthy Adults 1 (18 to 40 years) N = 15 Geriatric Arthritis Patients 2 (65 to 83 years) N = 13 End Stage Renal Disease Patients 1 (23 to 42 years) N = 8 Alcoholic Cirrhosis Patients 3 (31 to 61 years) N = 8 Peak Concentration (mcg/mL) 14 (4) 16 (5) 9 4 9 4 Time to Reach Peak Concentration (h) 1.9 (1.5) 2.2 (3) 2.3 4 1.2 4 Urinary Recovery of Unchanged Flurbiprofen (% of Dose) 2.9 (1.3) 0.6 (0.6) 0.02 (0.02) NA 5 Area Under the Curve (AUC) (mcg• h/mL) 6 83 (20) 77 (24) 44 4 50 4 Apparent Volume of Distribution (Vz/F, L) 14 (3) 12 (5) 10 4 14 4 Terminal Elimination Half-life (t ½ , h) 7.5 (0.8) 5.8 (1.9) 3.3 7 5.4 7 100 mg single-dose Steady-state evaluation of 100 mg every 12 hours 200 mg single-dose Calculated from mean parameter values of both flurbiprofen enantiomers Not available AUC from 0 to infinity for single doses and from 0 to the end of the dosing interval for multiple-doses Value for S-flurbiprofen Absorption The mean oral bioavailability of flurbiprofen from flurbiprofen tablets 100 mg is 96% relative to an oral solution.

Flurbiprofen is rapidly and non-stereoselectively absorbed from flurbiprofen, with peak plasma concentrations occurring at approximately 2 hours (see Table 2). Administration of flurbiprofen with either food or antacids may alter the rate but not the extent of flurbiprofen absorption. Ranitidine has been shown to have no effect on either the rate or extent of flurbiprofen absorption from flurbiprofen.

Distribution The apparent volume of distribution (Vz/F) of both R- and S-flurbiprofen is approximately

0.12L/kg. Both flurbiprofen enantiomers are more than 99% bound to plasma proteins, primarily albumin. Plasma protein binding is relatively constant for the typical average steady-state concentrations (≤ 10 mcg/mL) achieved with recommended doses.

Flurbiprofen is poorly excreted into human milk. The nursing infant dose is predicted to be approximately 0.1 mg/day in the established milk of a woman taking flurbiprofen 200 mg/day. Metabolism Several flurbiprofen metabolites have been identified in human plasma and urine.

These metabolites include 4’-hydroxy-flurbiprofen, 3’, 4’-dihydroxy-flurbiprofen, 3’-hydroxy-4’-methoxy-flurbiprofen, their conjugates, and conjugated flurbiprofen. Unlike other arylpropionic acid derivatives (e.g., ibuprofen), metabolism of R-flurbiprofen to S-flurbiprofen is minimal. In vitro studies have demonstrated that cytochrome CYP2C9 plays an important role in the metabolism of flurbiprofen to its major metabolite 4’-hydroxy-flurbiprofen.

The 4’-hydroxy-flurbiprofen metabolite showed little anti-inflammatory activity in animal models of inflammation. In vitro studies also demonstrated glucuronidation of both enantiomers of flurbiprofen and 4’-hydroxy-flurbiprofen…

🧬 Mechanism of Action 99 words

12.1Mechanism of Action Flurbiprofen has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. The mechanism of action of flurbiprofen, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood but involves inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2). Flurbiprofen is a potent inhibitor of prostaglandin (PG) synthesis in vitro.

Flurbiprofen concentrations reached during therapy have produced in vivo effects. Prostaglandins sensitize afferent nerves and potentiate the action of bradykinin in inducing pain in animal models. Prostaglandins are mediators of inflammation.

Because flurbiprofen is an inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis, its mode of action may be due to a decrease of prostaglandins in peripheral tissues.

📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 73 words

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Flurbiprofen Tablets USP, 100 mg are round, convex, blue, film-coated tablets debossed “93” and “711”. NDC: 63629-8338-1: 30 Tablets in a BOTTLE NDC: 63629-8338-2: 60 Tablets in a BOTTLE Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP, with a child-resistant closure (as required).

Repackaged/Relabeled by: Bryant Ranch Prepack, Inc. Burbank, CA 91504

📋 Description 127 words

11 DESCRIPTION Flurbiprofen Tablets, USP are a member of the phenylalkanoic acid derivative group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Flurbiprofen Tablets, USP are round, blue, film-coated debossed “90” – “711” tablets for oral administration. Flurbiprofen, USP is a racemic mixture of (+)S- and (-)R- enantiomers.

Flurbiprofen, USP is a white or slightly yellow crystalline powder. It is slightly soluble in water at pH 7.0 and readily soluble in most polar solvents. The chemical name is [1,1’-biphenyl]-4-acetic acid, 2-fluoro-α-methyl-, (±)-.

It has the following structural formula: Each tablet, for oral administration, contains 100 mg flurbiprofen, USP. In addition, each tablet contains the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, titanium dioxide, and FD&C Blue #1 aluminum lake.

💬 Information for Patients ~2 min read

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide) that accompanies each prescription dispensed. Inform patients, families, or their caregivers of the following information before initiating therapy with flurbiprofen and periodically during the course of ongoing therapy. Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events Advise patients to be alert for the symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events, including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech, and to report any of these symptoms to their health care provider immediately [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ].

Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation Advise patients to report symptoms of ulcerations and bleeding, including epigastric pain, dyspepsia, melena, and hematemesis to their health care provider. In the setting of concomitant use of low-dose aspirin for cardiac prophylaxis, inform patients of the increased risk for and the signs and symptoms of GI bleeding [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Hepatotoxicity Inform patients of the warning signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity (e.g., nausea, fatigue, lethargy, pruritus, diarrhea, jaundice, right upper quadrant tenderness, and “flu-like” symptoms).

If these occur, instruct patients to stop flurbiprofen and seek immediate medical therapy [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Heart Failure and Edema Advise patients to be alert for the symptoms of congestive heart failure including shortness of breath, unexplained weight gain, or edema and to contact their healthcare provider if such symptoms occur [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Anaphylactic Reactions Inform patients of the signs of an anaphylactic reaction (e.g., difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat).

Instruct patients to seek immediate emergency help if these occur [ see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Serious Skin Reactions Advise patients to stop flurbiprofen immediately if they develop any type of rash and to contact their healthcare provider as soon as possible [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) ]. Female Fertility Advise females of reproductive potential who desire pregnancy that NSAIDs, including flurbiprofen, may be associated with a reversible delay in ovulation [ see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.3 ) ].

Fetal Toxicity Inform pregnant women to avoid use of flurbiprofen and other NSAIDs starting at 30 weeks gestation because of the risk of the premature closing of the fetal ductus arteriosus [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) and Use in Specific Populations ( 8 ) ]. Avoid Concomitant Use of NSAIDs Inform patients that the concomitant use of flurbiprofen with other NSAIDs or salicylates (e.g., diflunisal, salsalate) is not recommended due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal toxicity, and little or no increase in efficacy [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5 ) and Drug Interactions ( 7 ) ].

Alert patients that NSAIDs may be present in “over the counter” medications for treatment of colds, fever, or insomnia. Use of NSAIDS and Low-Dose Aspirin Inform patients not to use low-dose aspirin concomitantly with flurbiprofen until they talk to their healthcare provider [ see Drug Interactions ( 7 ) ]. Dispense with Medication Guide available at: www.tevausa.com/medguides Manufactured In India By: Piramal Pharma Limited Plot No.

67-70, Sector 2 Pithampur 454 775 Dist. Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, India Manufactured For: Teva Pharmaceuticals Parsippany, NJ 07054 Rev. M 7/2021

💬 Medication Guide ~3 min read

Medication Guide for Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). Dispense with Medication Guide available at: www.tevausa.com/medguides What is the most important information I should know about medicines called Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)? NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including: Increased risk of a heart attack or stroke that can lead to death.

This risk may happen early in treatment and may increase: with increasing doses of NSAIDs with longer use of NSAIDs Do not take NSAIDs right before or after a heart surgery called a “coronary artery bypass graft (CABG).” Avoid taking NSAIDs after a recent heart attack, unless your healthcare provider tells you to. You may have an increased risk of another heart attack if you take NSAIDs after a recent heart attack. Increased risk of bleeding, ulcers, and tears (perforation) of the esophagus (tube leading from the mouth to the stomach), stomach and intestines: anytime during use without warning symptoms that may cause death The risk of getting an ulcer or bleeding increases with: past history of stomach ulcers, or stomach or intestinal bleeding with use of NSAIDs taking medicines called “corticosteroids”, “anticoagulants”, “SSRIs” or “SNRIs” increasing doses of NSAIDs longer use of NSAIDs smoking drinking alcohol older age poor health advanced liver disease bleeding problems NSAIDs should only be used: exactly as prescribed at the lowest dose possible for your treatment for the shortest time needed What are NSAIDs?

NSAIDs are used to treat pain and redness, swelling, and heat (inflammation) from medical conditions such as different types of arthritis, menstrual cramps, and other types of short-term pain. Who should not take NSAIDs? Do not take NSAIDs: if you have had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAIDs. right before or after heart bypass surgery.

Before taking NSAIDs, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you: have liver or kidney problems have high blood pressure have asthma are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if you are considering taking NSAIDs during pregnancy. You should not take NSAIDs after 29 weeks of pregnancy. are breastfeeding or plan to breast feed.

Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins or herbal supplements. NSAIDs and some other medicines can interact with each other and cause serious side effects. Do not start taking any new medicine without talking to your healthcare provider first.

What are the possible side effects of NSAIDs? NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including: See “What is the most important information I should know about medicines called Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)? new or worse high blood pressure heart failure liver problems including liver failure kidney problems including kidney failure low red blood cells (anemia) life-threatening skin reactions life-threatening allergic reactions Other side effects of NSAIDs include: stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

Get emergency help right away if you get any of the following symptoms: shortness of breath or trouble breathing chest pain weakness in one part or side of your body slurred speech swelling of the face or throat Stop taking your NSAID and call your healthcare provider right away if you get any of the following symptoms: nausea more tired or weaker than usual diarrhea itching your skin or eyes look yellow indigestion or stomach pain flu-like symptoms vomit blood there is blood in your bowel movement or it is black and sticky like tar unusual weight gain skin rash or blisters with fever swelling of the arms, legs, hands and feet If you take too much of your NSAID, call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away.

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