ansaid

Frequently asked questions

What does Ansaid treat?

Ansaid (Flurbiprofen) may be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation, macular edema, osteoarthritis, miosis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Ansaid work?

Ansaid is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. NSAIDs block cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes that your body uses to make prostaglandins, the chemicals behind pain, swelling, and fever. Lowering prostaglandins eases pain and inflammation and brings down a high temperature.

How much does Ansaid cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $3.32 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins. Pharmacies pay less for a same-class option, Advil — about $0.04 on the same basis.

Is there a coupon or discount for Ansaid?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Ansaid. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Ansaid?

Ansaid is marketed by Pharmacia and Upjohn. You can see Pharmacia and Upjohn's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Ansaid a brand-name or generic drug?

Ansaid is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Flurbiprofen.

Is Ansaid available over the counter?

No. Ansaid is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Ansaid come in?

Ansaid is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Ansaid?

Ansaid is classified as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Ansaid FDA-registered?

Ansaid is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA018766. You can verify this on its official FDA label.