Uses
Ibuprofen is used to treat a variety of pains, including
headache, arthritis, menstrual cramps, tooth pain, and muscular aches.
Additionally, it is used to lower fever and treat mild aches and pains brought
on by the typical cold or flu. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine is
ibuprofen (NSAID). It functions by preventing your body from producing some
natural inflammatory molecules. This impact aids in reducing temperature,
discomfort, and edoema. Ask your doctor about non-drug remedies and/or
utilising alternative drugs to alleviate your pain if you are managing a chronic
illness like arthritis. Also see the Warning section. Even if you've used the
product previously, read the ingredients label. It's possible that the
manufacturer altered the ingredients. Additionally, items with identical names may contain several
substances with various functions. If you use the wrong product, you might be
hurt.
How to use ibuprofen oral
Read the whole set of instructions on the product package before
using the over-the-counter product, if applicable. Read the Drug Guide that
your pharmacist provides before you begin taking ibuprofen and each time you
obtain a refill if your doctor has recommended this medication. Ask your
physician or pharmacist if you have any queries.
Unless your doctor instructs you otherwise, take this medication
by mouth, typically every 4 to 6 hours with a full glass of water (8 ounces/240
millilitres). After using this medication, wait at least 10 minutes before
lying down. If taking this drug causes stomach distress, take it with food,
milk, or an antacid.
Your medical condition and treatment response will determine the
dose. Take this drug for the shortest amount of time and at the lowest
effective dose to lessen the risk of stomach bleeding and other adverse
effects. Do not take this medication in larger amounts or more frequently than
recommended by your doctor or the package label. Continue taking this medicine
as prescribed by your doctor if the disease is continuous, such as arthritis.
The dosage of ibuprofen for children is determined by their
weight. For the recommended dosage based on your child's weight, consult the
package recommendations. If you need assistance picking a non-prescription
product or if you have any issues, speak with your pharmacist or doctor.
It might take up to two weeks of consistent use of this
medication for some illnesses (like arthritis) before you get the full effects.
Remember that painkillers function best if they are taken as
soon as the first signals of pain appear if you are taking this medicine
"as required" (instead of on a regular schedule). The drug might not
function as well if you wait until the pain has gotten worse.
Seek immediate medical attention if your ailment persists or
worsens, or if you suspect you may be experiencing a significant medical issue.
If the non-prescription medication is being used to treat a child's or your own
fever or pain, call your doctor immediately away if the fever worsens or
persists for more than three days. or if discomfort intensifies or persists for more than 10 days.
Side
Effects
There might be stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, headaches,
constipation, diarrhoea, dizziness, or sleepiness. Inform your doctor or
pharmacist as soon as possible if any of these side effects persist or grow
worse.
Keep in mind that if your doctor has prescribed this medicine,
it is because he or she has determined that the benefits to you outweigh the
risks of side effects. Many users of this medicine report no significant
negative effects.
Your blood pressure may increase if you use this medicine.
Regularly check your blood pressure, and let your doctor know if the readings
are excessive.
If you experience any severe side effects, such as easy bleeding
or bruising, hearing changes (such as ringing in the ears), mental or mood
changes, unexplained stiff neck, kidney-related symptoms (such as a change in
the amount of urine), vision changes, or heart failure symptoms (such as
swollen ankles or feet, unusual tiredness, or unusual/sudden weight gain), call
your doctor right away.
Rarely, this medication may lead to significant (and perhaps
deadly) liver damage. If you have any liver damage symptoms, such as persistent
nausea or vomiting, appetite loss, dark urine, stomach or abdominal discomfort,
or yellowing of the skin or eyes, get medical attention straight once.
Rarely may this medication cause a very significant allergic
response. But if you experience any major adverse reaction symptoms, such as
fever, enlarged lymph nodes, rash, itching or swelling (particularly of the
face, tongue, or neck), extreme dizziness, or difficulty breathing, get medical
attention immediately once.
The list of potential negative effects is not exhaustive.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other side effects not
covered above.
Call your doctor for medical advice regarding side effects if
you're in the US. You can contact the FDA to report adverse effects at
1-800-FDA-1088 or online at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Call your doctor for medical advice regarding side effects if
you're in Canada. Call 1-866-234-2345 to report side effects to Health Canada.
Precautions
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any allergies
before to using ibuprofen, aspirin, or any other NSAIDs (such as naproxen,
celecoxib). Inactive chemicals in this product have the potential to trigger
allergic reactions or other issues. To learn more, speak with your pharmacist.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist of your medical history before
taking this medication, especially of: asthma (including a history of breathing
becoming worse after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs), blood disorders (such as
anaemia, bleeding/clotting issues), growths in the nose (nasal polyps), heart
disease (such as a prior heart attack), high blood pressure, liver disease,
stroke, throat/stomach/intestinal problems, and blood disorders (such as
bleeding, heartburn, ulcers).
Ibuprofen is one of the NSAIDs that might occasionally cause
kidney issues. If you're dehydrated, have heart failure or renal illness, are
an older adult, are on certain drugs, or are dehydrated, issues might arise
(see also Drug Interactions section). To avoid being dehydrated, make sure to
follow your doctor's instructions to drink enough of fluids. You should also
notify your physician straight away if the volume of pee changes.
You can feel lightheaded or sleepy after taking this medication.
You may become more woozy or sleepy after consuming alcohol or marijuana
(cannabis). Till you can do it safely, avoid using machinery, driving, or doing
anything else that requires awareness. Limit your alcohol consumption. Consult
your physician if you use marijuana (cannabis).
Stomach bleeding might result from this medication. Smoking and
drinking often, especially when using this medication, may make you more likely
to experience gastrointestinal bleeding. Stop smoking and drink in moderation.
For further information, speak with your physician or pharmacist.
You can become more sun-sensitive as a result of this treatment.
Keep sun exposure to a minimum. Avoid using sunlamps and tanning booths. When
outside, use protective gear and sunscreen. If you get skin blisters or
redness, or if you suffer a sunburn, call your doctor straight away.
Inform your surgeon or dentist of all the products you use
before to surgery (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and
herbal products).
While using this medication, older persons may be more
susceptible to stomach/intestinal bleeding, renal issues, heart attacks, and
strokes.
Women of reproductive age should discuss the advantages and
disadvantages of using this medicine with their doctor(s) before beginning. Inform
your doctor if you are expecting a child or if you have any plans to do so.
This medicine may interfere with a normal labour and delivery and endanger an
unborn child. From 20 weeks of pregnancy till birth, it is not advised to use
it. If your doctor determines that you need to take this drug between weeks 20
and 30 of pregnancy, you should take it for the shortest amount of time
feasible at the lowest effective dose. Using this drug after 30 weeks of
pregnancy is not advised.
Although this medicine goes into breast milk, a breastfeeding
newborn is unlikely to be harmed. Before breastfeeding, speak with your doctor.
Interactions
Drug interactions might alter how your drugs function or raise
the possibility of major negative side effects. All probable medication
interactions are not included in this text. Keep a list of everything you use,
including herbal items, prescription and over-the-counter medications, and
provide it to your doctor and pharmacist. Without your doctor's consent, never
start, stop, or change the dosage of any medications.
Aliskiren, ACE inhibitors (like captopril and lisinopril),
angiotensin II receptor blockers (like losartan and valsartan), cidofovir,
corticosteroids (like prednisone), lithium, and "water pills" are a
few products that may interact with this medication (diuretics such as
furosemide).
When used with other medications that might also cause bleeding,
this medicine may increase the risk of bleeding. Among these are antiplatelet
medications like clopidogrel, "Blood thinners," include dabigatran, enoxaparin, and
warfarin.
Since many drugs contain painkillers and fever reducers,
carefully read the labels of all prescription and over-the-counter medications
(including aspirin, NSAIDs such as celecoxib, ketorolac, or naproxen). If you
take these medications together, which are similar to ibuprofen, your chance of
experiencing adverse effects may rise.
However, if your doctor has prescribed low-dose aspirin (about
81–162 mg per day) for heart attack or stroke prevention, you should continue
taking the aspirin until otherwise ordered by your physician. Ibuprofen usage
on a regular basis may reduce aspirin's efficacy to prevent heart attacks and
strokes. Ask your doctor whether you may manage your pain and fever with an
alternative drug, such as acetaminophen. If you absolutely must take ibuprofen,
discuss with your doctor the possibility of taking immediate-release aspirin
(not enteric-coated/EC) at the same time. Ibuprofen should be taken at least 8
hours before or 2 hours after taking aspirin. Without your doctor's consent, do
not boost your daily aspirin dosage or alter how you take aspirin or other
drugs.
Overdose
Call 911 if someone has overdosed and is exhibiting significant
symptoms like fainting out or difficulty breathing. If not, immediately dial a
poison control hotline. Call 1-800-222-1222 to reach your local poison control
centre if you're a US citizen. Residents of Canada can dial a regional poison
control centre. Extreme sleepiness, breathing difficulties, and severe stomach
discomfort are all possible overdose symptoms.
Notes Do not give this medicine to anyone unless your doctor has
recommended it to you.
Periodic laboratory and/or medical tests may be carried out to
track your progress or look for adverse effects, including blood pressure and
kidney function testing. For further information, talk to your doctor.
Keep all scheduled visits with the doctor and the lab.
Call 911 if a person has overdosed and is exhibiting severe
symptoms like fainting or breathing difficulties. Otherwise, make an immediate
call to a poison control centre. US citizens can dial 1-800-222-1222 to reach
their regional poison control centre. Canadian citizens can dial a regional
poison control hotline. Severe stomach discomfort, respiratory issues, and
profound sleepiness are possible overdose symptoms.
Notes If your doctor has recommended this medicine, keep it to
yourself.
Periodically, you may have laboratory and/or medical tests to
track your progress or look for adverse effects (such as blood pressure and
kidney function testing). For further information, speak with your doctor.
Keep all scheduled appointments for testing and medical care.
Missed dose
If you miss a dosage when taking this medication on a regular
schedule (rather than merely "as required"), take it as soon as you
recall. Skip the missed dosage if it is almost time for the subsequent dose. At
the scheduled time, take your subsequent dose. To catch up, do not increase the
dose.
Storage
Away from light and moisture, keep items at room temperature.
Keep out of the bathroom. Keep children and pets away from any drugs.
Unless specifically directed to do so, avoid flushing drugs down the toilet or pouring them into drains. When the product is no longer needed or has expired, dispose of it properly. Consult your pharmacist or the neighbourhood waste management firm.