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Ibuprofen - Learn about Ibuprofen Side Effects and Precautions
Ibuprofen Information
The pharmacology action of Ibuprofen is that it decreases inflammation, pain, and fever, probably through inhibition of cyclooxygenase activity and prostaglandin synthesis.
Ibuprofen is used
relief of symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, mild-to-moderate pain, primary dysmenorrhea, reduction of fever.
on coagulopathies (DIC); prevention of postoperative deep venous thrombosis (DVT), and PE.
| Ibuprofen Class |
NSAID |
| HowIbuprofen Supplied |
Advil Liqui-Gels Capsules 200 mg
Advil Migraine Capsules 200 mg
Children's Advil Tablets, chewable 50 mg , Suspension 100 mg/5 mL
Children's Motrin Tablets, chewable 50 mg , Suspension 100 mg/5 mL
Genpril Tablets 200 mg
Infant's Motrin Oral drops 40 mg/mL
Junior Strength Advil Tablets, chewable 100 mg
Junior Strength Motrin Tablets 100 mg , Tablets, chewable 100 mg
Menadol Tablets 200 mg
Midol Maximum Strength Cramp Formula Tablets 200 mg
Motrin Tablets 400 mg , Tablets 600 mg , Tablets 800 mg
Motrin IB Tablets 200 mg
Motrin Migraine Pain Tablets 200 mg
Nuprin Tablets 200 mg
PediaCare Fever Suspension 100 mg/5 mL , Oral drops 40 mg/mL
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| Brand Name : |
Apo-Ibuprofen , Motrin IB Extra Strength , Motrin IB Super Strength , Novo-Profen , Nu-Ibuprofen |
Interaction and Contraindication of Ibuprofen
Interaction of Ibuprofen -
Beta-blockers: Antihypertensive effect may be decreased.
Digoxin: Ibuprofen may increase digoxin serum levels.
Lithium: May increase lithium levels.
Loop diuretics: Diuretic effects may be decreased.
Methotrexate: May increase methotrexate levels.
Warfarin: May increase risk of gastric erosion and bleeding.
Contraindication of Ibuprofen -
Hypersensitivity to aspirin, iodides, or any other NSAID.
Side Effects o f Ibuprofen
Here are the list of some common side effects ofIbuprofen :
- Dizziness; lightheadedness; drowsiness; vertigo; headaches; aseptic meningitis.
- Rash; pruritus; erythema.
- Visual disturbances; photophobia; tinnitus.
- Gastric distress; occult blood loss; diarrhea; vomiting; nausea; heartburn; dyspepsia; anorexia; constipation; abdominal distress/cramps/pain; flatulence; indigestion; GI tract fullness.
- Menometrorrhagia; hematuria; cystitis; acute renal insufficiency; interstitial nephritis; hyperkalemia; hyponatremia; renal papillary necrosis.
Precaution and Warning while taking Ibuprofen
The precaution and warnings of Ibuprofen drug is as follows:
- Tell patient to avoid alcohol and medications containing aspirin, such as cold remedies.
- Advise patient to discontinue drug and notify health care provider if any of the following occur: persistent GI upset or headache, skin rash, itching, visual disturbances, black stools, weight gain or edema, changes in urine pattern, joint pain, fever, blood in urine.
- Instruct patient not to take otc preparation for > 3 days for fever and > 10 days for pain and to notify health care provider if condition does not improve.
- Advise patient that drug may cause drowsiness and to use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring mental alertness.
How to store Ibuprofen
- Give medication soon after meals or with food, milk, or antacids to minimize GI irritation.
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