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MEDICAL INFORMATION
Relafen Key Facts
What is Relafen?
Relafen is the brand name for nabumetone and is available as an oral tablet.
What dosages is Relafen available in?
Relafen is available as a 500 mg and 750 mg oral tablet.
What is Relafen used for?
Relafen is an NSAID that is used to treat:
Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis
How does Relafen work?
Relafen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It blocks the inflammatory process in your body, which relieves pain and swelling.
How do I take Relafen?
Relafen is typically started at 1 gram by mouth taken as a single dose. For additional pain relief, you may need a higher dose of 1.5 grams or 2 grams per day (can be taken as a single dose or divided into a twice-daily dose).
Is it safe for me to take Relafen?
Relafen is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have a known hypersensitivity to Relafen or any components of the drug product, a history of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs, pain from a CABG surgery.
Relafen Common Side Effects
Relafen Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Relafen. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
Liver problems: nausea, fatigue, diarrhea, yellowing of skin or whites of the eyes
Kidney problems: irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, poor urine output, confusion, weakness
Heart attack: chest pain, sweating, shortness of breath, pain or discomfort in jaw, neck, or shoulders
Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding: black or tarry stool, dizziness, stomach pain or discomfort
Serious allergic reactions: hives, swelling of face, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing
Serious skin reactions: flu-like symptoms, painful rash or blisters all over body, peeling of skin
Stroke: weakness on one side of the body, slurred speech, loss of balance, confusion
Heart failure: shortness of breath, swelling or fluid buildup in ankles, feet, or legs, cough
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Relafen
The following medications may interact with Relafen:
Who makes Relafen?
GlaxoSmithKline
Is Relafen safe in pregnancy?
In late pregnancy, as with other NSAIDs, Relafen should be avoided because it may
cause harm to your unborn baby.
What is the generic name for Relafen?
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