Brufen 600 Tablet (Ibuprofen) – Maximum Strength Pain & Inflammation Relief

Brufen 600 Tablet is a high-potency NSAID containing 600mg of ibuprofen, designed to provide powerful relief from severe pain, inflammation, and fever. This maximum strength formulation is particularly effective for conditions like acute migraine attacks, severe arthritis pain, post-surgical discomfort, and intense musculoskeletal pain. As with all NSAIDs, it should be taken with food to minimize gastrointestinal irritation and used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary. Patients with cardiovascular risk factors, kidney impairment, or gastrointestinal disorders should exercise particular caution with this higher dosage.

Uses of Brufen 600 Tablet:

– Treatment of severe pain conditions
– Management of high fever resistant to lower doses
– Relief from intense inflammatory conditions
– Post-operative pain control
– Acute flare-ups of chronic arthritis
– Severe migraine episodes

Benefits of Brufen 600 Tablet:

It offers superior pain relief for severe symptoms due to its high 600mg ibuprofen content. It provides more sustained and intense anti-inflammatory action compared to lower strengths, making it particularly valuable for acute inflammatory conditions and severe pain episodes. When used as directed, it can significantly improve quality of life for patients suffering from debilitating pain conditions.

Side Effects of Brufen 600 Tablet:

While generally well-tolerated when used properly, potential side effects include:
– Gastrointestinal discomfort (more common at this strength)
– Increased risk of heartburn and indigestion
– Potential for dizziness or headache
– Slightly higher risk of kidney effects with prolonged use
– Rare but serious gastrointestinal bleeding risk
Patients should be monitored more closely when using this high-dose formulation.

How to Use Brufen 600 Tablet?

Take exactly as prescribed, typically one tablet every 6-8 hours with food. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 2400mg (4 tablets) in divided doses. Swallow whole with plenty of water – never crush or chew. This high-strength formulation should only be used when lower doses prove ineffective, and always under medical supervision for chronic conditions.

How Brufen 600 Tablet Works?

It contains ibuprofen, a potent NSAID that works by strongly inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes. This significantly reduces prostaglandin production throughout the body, providing powerful anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects. The 600mg dose offers more complete COX inhibition than lower strengths, resulting in more pronounced therapeutic effects.

Safety Advice:

Alcohol: Absolutely contraindicated – high bleeding risk
Pregnancy: Contraindicated in third trimester
Breastfeeding: Short-term use may be acceptable
Driving: Caution advised due to potential dizziness
Kidney Disease: High-risk – avoid in moderate/severe impairment
Liver Disease: Significant dose reduction required
Heart Conditions: Increased cardiovascular risk
Elderly: Increased monitoring required
Duration: Limit to shortest possible time

What If You Missed a Dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it’s within 2 hours of the next dose. Never double dose. If you frequently forget doses, consider setting reminders as consistent blood levels are important for pain management.

FAQs:

Q1. How is Brufen 600 different from lower strengths?

The 600mg formulation provides more powerful and sustained pain relief, making it suitable for severe pain that doesn’t respond to standard doses. However, it also carries greater risk of side effects.

Q2. Can I take two 200mg tablets instead of one 600mg?

No, the 600mg tablet is specially formulated for controlled release. Taking multiple lower-dose tablets may lead to different absorption patterns and increased side effects.

Q3. Is Brufen 600 suitable for long-term arthritis treatment?

Only under strict medical supervision. The high dose increases risks of gastrointestinal, cardiovascular and kidney complications with prolonged use.

Q4. How quickly does Brufen 600 work compared to lower doses?

While onset time is similar (30-60 minutes), the pain relief is more intense and lasts longer (up to 8 hours) due to the higher dose.

Q5. Can I take Brufen 600 for dental pain?

Yes, it’s particularly effective for severe dental pain and post-extraction discomfort, but should only be used short-term (2-3 days maximum).

Q6. What makes Brufen 600 higher risk than regular ibuprofen?

The 600mg strength significantly increases risks of stomach ulcers, kidney impairment, hypertension, and cardiovascular events compared to standard 200-400mg doses.

Q7. Can I take Brufen 600 with other painkillers?

Never combine with other NSAIDs. Combination with paracetamol may be acceptable but only under medical guidance.

Q8. Why is alcohol especially dangerous with Brufen 600?

The high ibuprofen dose combined with alcohol dramatically increases the risk of severe gastrointestinal bleeding and liver toxicity.