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Alfen Capsules

NAFDAC Reg. No. B4-5530 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC. Registration activeAs of 28 October 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Alfen Capsules
NAFDAC number
B4-5530
Active ingredient
Ibuprofen; Paracetamol; Caffeine
Strength
200 mg; 325 mg; 30 mg
Form
Tablet
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Alben Health Care Industries Ltd
Approved
23 Feb 2023
Status
Active View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
22 Feb 2028
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

What we found

  • Alfen Capsules is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (B4-5530). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. This is not medical advice. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

How to use Alfen Capsules

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache toothache backache menstrual cramps the common cold muscular aches minor pain of arthritis temporarily reduces fever

How to take it and how often
  • Do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used
  • Adults and
  • Children 12 years and over: take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet, 2 tablets may be used
  • Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
  • Children under 12 years: ask a doctor
While you are taking it

take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

Talk to a doctor first if

Ask a doctor before use if stomach bleeding warning applies to you you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke you are taking a diuretic you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers

Warnings

Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: rash facial swelling asthma (wheezing) hives skin reddening shock blisters If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. …

Possible side effects

you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faint have bloody or black stools vomit blood have stomach pain that does not get better you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke: chest pain slurred speech trouble breathing leg swelling weakness in one part or side of body pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present in the painful area any new symptoms appear

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.

How to store it

store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) avoid excessive heat 40°C (104°F) see end flap for expiration date and lot number Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2026-04-29.

Label for ibuprofen and paracetamol and caffeine, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

Check your pack of Alfen Capsules

Add the expiry date on your pack for a full Trust Score.

3 free checks left today Official sources: NAFDAC · WHO · U.S. FDA · Health Canada · NLM

About Alfen Capsules

What is in Alfen Capsules?

Alfen Capsules contains Ibuprofen; Paracetamol; Caffeine (200 mg; 325 mg; 30 mg), as tablet, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Alfen Capsules registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Alfen Capsules is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number B4-5530, and its registration is active as of 28 October 2026.

Has Alfen Capsules been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Alfen Capsules in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Alfen Capsules is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number B4-5530, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

How do I take Alfen Capsules?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist if pain or fever does not respond to 1 tablet, 2 tablets may be used do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years: ask a doctor…

What is Alfen Capsules used for?

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache toothache backache menstrual cramps the common cold muscular aches minor pain of arthritis temporarily reduces fever (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for ibuprofen and paracetamol and caffeine. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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