Burana

Burana is an anti-inflammatory painkiller that relieves temporary pain and fever, such as cold symptoms, muscle and joint pain, and headaches.

Form
purukapseli, pehmeä
Strength
100 mg
Active Ingredient
Ibuprofen
Manufacturer
Orion Corporation

How to Use

Dosage

For children 4-8 years (21-25 kg), take 2 chewable capsules up to 3 times a day. For children 8-12 years (26-40 kg), take 2 chewable capsules up to 4 times a day. For adults and adolescents over 12 years, take 2-4 chewable capsules 1-3 times a day.

Method

Chew the capsules thoroughly before swallowing them. Do not swallow them whole. For children under 6, ensure they drink a glass of water after taking the medicine.

Important

For children, the maximum daily dose is 30 mg per kg of body weight. For adults and adolescents over 12 years, do not exceed 12 chewable capsules (1200 mg) per day.

Possible Side Effects

COMMON
  • Heartburn, stomach pain, indigestion
  • Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, gas, constipation
  • Stomach or intestinal ulcers, inflammation, or bleeding (which may lead to anemia)
  • Mouth sores or inflammation
  • Headache, drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, nervousness, insomnia, irritability
RARE
  • Blurred vision, eye problems, sensitivity to light, or vision loss
  • Skin rash, itching, asthma attacks (sometimes with low blood pressure)
  • Stomach lining inflammation
  • Kidney problems, such as swelling, inflammation, or kidney failure
  • Runny nose, breathing difficulties (bronchospasm)
  • Depression, confusion, hallucinations
  • Fluid buildup in lungs causing breathing problems, high blood pressure, fluid retention, weight gain
  • Palpitations, heart failure, heart attack, or high blood pressure
  • Blood cell disorders (symptoms include fever, sore throat, mouth sores, flu-like symptoms, extreme tiredness, nosebleeds, skin bleeding)
  • Ringing in the ears or tinnitus
  • Inflammation of the esophagus or pancreas
  • Narrowing of the intestine
  • Acute liver inflammation, yellowing of skin or eyes, liver problems or liver failure
  • Meningitis (not caused by bacteria)
  • Kidney tissue damage
  • Hair loss

Important Warnings

  • Do not use if you are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin, other painkillers, peanuts, or soy.
  • Do not use if you have stomach or intestinal ulcers, bleeding, or if these issues have occurred before.
  • Do not use if you have severe liver, kidney, or heart disease.
  • Do not use during the last three months of pregnancy. Consult a doctor during the first six months.
  • Do not use if you are severely dehydrated (e.g., from vomiting or diarrhea).
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  • Do not give to children under 4 years old.
  • Stop taking and seek immediate medical help if you experience severe skin reactions (like widespread rash, peeling skin, or sores) or serious allergic reactions (like breathing difficulties, swelling of face/throat, chest pain).
  • Do not exceed the recommended dose or treatment duration (max 3 days for children) to avoid increased risk of heart attack or stroke.

Use in Elderly Patients

Category C

Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. For short-term use only. Consider adverse renal effect in chronic kidney disease. Do not use in severe renal impairment. Increases swelling, worsens renal and heart failure and causes cardiovascular events. Increases risk of bleeding, especially in the gastrointestinal tract. Consider potential interactions especially with preparations that increase risk of bleeding. (updated 16.9.2024)