Acustop 40mg Plaster

Acustop 40mg Plaster is a topical medicated patch containing flurbiprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), applied directly onto the skin over painful muscles or joints. It is used for the local relief of pain and inflammation associated with conditions such as muscle strain, back pain, sprains, and localised joint pain, delivering the medicine directly to the affected area while limiting the amount absorbed into the rest of the body compared with oral NSAID tablets.

Acustop 40mg Plaster is treated as a prescription medicine, requiring an online consultation through DoctorOnCall so a doctor can confirm the source and appropriateness of the pain, advise on the correct duration and area of use, and check for factors such as skin condition, other NSAID use, or medical history that could affect suitability before it is dispensed.

Flurbiprofen works by inhibiting cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing the local production of prostaglandins, which are chemical messengers responsible for pain and inflammation at the site of injury or strain. When delivered through the Acustop 40mg Plaster, flurbiprofen is absorbed through the skin directly into the underlying tissue, providing targeted local anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving action while keeping the amount reaching the general bloodstream considerably lower than with oral NSAID tablets.

Apply Acustop 40mg Plaster to clean, dry, intact skin over the painful area exactly as instructed by your doctor. Do not apply it to broken skin, wounds, rashes, or eczema. Wash your hands after application unless the hands are the area being treated, and follow the prescribed duration of wear and frequency of replacement, which your doctor will confirm during the online consultation.

Dosing with Acustop 40mg Plaster is individualised by the prescribing doctor, typically involving one plaster applied to the affected area once or twice daily, and should not exceed the maximum number of plasters or duration of use advised. Do not apply more than one plaster to the same area at the same time, and do not use for longer than prescribed without medical review.

Acustop 40mg Plaster typically has a shelf life of around 24 to 36 months from the date of manufacture when stored unopened under the recommended conditions. Always check the expiry date printed on the individual sachet and outer carton before use.

Store Acustop 40mg Plaster below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, keeping each plaster sealed in its individual pouch until ready for use. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

• Known hypersensitivity to flurbiprofen, aspirin, or other NSAIDs, including NSAID-induced asthma, urticaria, or angioedema
• Application on broken skin, open wounds, infected skin, or areas affected by eczema or dermatitis
• Third trimester of pregnancy
• History of significant gastrointestinal bleeding or peptic ulcer, where extra caution and doctor review is required even for topical NSAID use

• Using Acustop 40mg Plaster together with oral NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen or diclofenac) or aspirin may increase the overall NSAID exposure and the risk of side effects
• Caution is advised with anticoagulants such as warfarin, as combined use may increase bleeding risk
• Avoid applying other topical medicated products to the same skin area at the same time
• Inform your doctor of all other NSAIDs, blood thinners, or topical treatments you are using

• Apply only to clean, dry, intact skin — never to open wounds or broken skin
• Avoid direct sunlight or sunbed use on the treated skin area while wearing the plaster
• Do not use a heating pad over the plaster, as this can increase drug absorption
• Do not combine with oral NSAIDs unless your doctor has specifically advised this
• Follow the prescribed duration of use and attend follow-up if pain persists or worsens

Acustop 40mg Plaster is prescribed for localised musculoskeletal pain where a doctor has assessed that a topical NSAID is appropriate, offering targeted relief while reducing whole-body NSAID exposure compared with oral tablets. Even so, prolonged or excessive use, use over large areas of skin, or use in people with a history of stomach, kidney, or heart conditions still requires medical oversight, which is why this product is dispensed only after an online consultation via DoctorOnCall.