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Ibuprofen
Treats pain, fever, and menstrual cramps. Also treats rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), analgesic, antipyretic, antimigraine, antirheumatic, musculoskeletal agent, central nervous system agent
Tablet, capsule, liquid-filled capsule, chewable tablet, oral suspension (liquid), injection
By mouth
As an over-the-counter pain reliever, ibuprofen relieves minor aches and pains and reduces fever. Higher-dose prescription ibuprofen treats mild to moderate pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and painful menstrual cramps.
Tablet
100 mg
200 mg
400 mg (Rx)
600 mg (Rx)
800 mg (Rx)
Liquid-filled capsule
200 mg
Capsule
200 mg
Chewable tablet
50 mg
100 mg
Oral suspension (liquid)
50 mg/1.25 mL
For minor aches and pains, fever, and menstrual cramps (OTC ibuprofen): 200 mg–400 mg taken every 4–6 hours as needed
For mild to moderate pain (Rx ibuprofen): 400 mg every 4–6 hours
For menstrual cramps (Rx ibuprofen): 400 mg every 4 hours
For rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis (Rx ibuprofen): 400–800 mg taken 3–4 times per day
Ibuprofen
100 tablets bottle
Ibuprofen
100 tablets of 200mg bottle
Ibuprofen
1000 tablets bottle
Ibuprofen
118ml of 100mg/5ml bottle
Ibuprofen
120ml of 100mg/5ml bottle
Ibuprofen
24 tablets of 200mg bottle
Ibuprofen
250 tablets bottle
Ibuprofen
250 tablets of 200mg bottle
Ibuprofen
473ml of 100mg/5ml bottle
Ibuprofen
50 tablets bottle
Ibuprofen
50 tablets of 200mg bottle
Ibuprofen
500 tablets bottle
Ibuprofen
80 capsules bottle
Ibuprofen
2 tablets box
Ibuprofen
2 tablets of 200mg box
Ibuprofen
750 tablets box
Ibuprofen
5ml of 100mg/5ml cup
Ibuprofen
2 tablets packet
Ibuprofen
200mg tablet
Ibuprofen
400mg tablet
Ibuprofen
600mg tablet
Ibuprofen
800mg tablet
How to take over-the-counter ibuprofen tablets and capsules
Follow the dosing directions on the medicine label.
Do not take more than directed.
Do not take more than six pills in a 24-hour period unless told to do so by a healthcare provider.
Use the lowest dose for the shortest time possible.
Drink a glass of water when taking tablets or capsules.
Take the dose with a glass of milk or food to prevent stomach problems.
Store at room temperature protected from high heat and high humidity.
How to take prescription ibuprofen
Follow all instructions when taking this medicine.
This medicine should include an NSAID Medication Guide. If it’s missing, a pharmacist can provide one.
Do not take more than prescribed or more often than prescribed.
Drink a glass of water when taking tablets.
Take the tablets with food to avoid gastrointestinal distress.
Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
How to administer ibuprofen chewable tablets
Low-dose chewable tablets are formulated for children 2–11 years old (24–95 pounds).
Do not give chewable tablets to children younger than 2 years of age except under the direction of a doctor.
Only give this medicine as needed.
Use the dosing table printed on the package or insert to find the right dose for your child.
Do not give more than the recommended dose.
Doses can be given every 6–8 hours.
Do not give more than four doses a day.
The child should completely chew the tablet before swallowing.
When done, have the child drink water.
Give chewable tablets with food or a glass of milk to prevent stomach problems.
How to administer ibuprofen oral suspension
Low-dose ibuprofen oral suspension is formulated for infants.
Only give this medicine if needed.
Choose the appropriate formulation for your child: 50 mg/1.25 mL for children younger than 2 years of age and 100 mg/5 mL for children ages 2–11.
Use the dosing table printed on the package or insert to find the appropriate dose for your child.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Doses can be given every 6–8 hours.
Do not exceed four doses in a day.
Shake the bottle well before measuring out a dose.
Use the calibrated syringe or medicine cup that came with the medication to measure out a dose. Do not use kitchen utensils or tableware.
Give this medicine with food or a glass of milk to prevent stomach problems.
Store at room temperature. Do not freeze
OTC ibuprofen is taken when needed. If a dose is forgotten, take it when remembered. After that, do not take another dose for at least four hours.
If prescription ibuprofen is prescribed on an as-needed basis, take a missed dose when remembered. Use the dosage instructions on the bottle to determine how long you need to wait before taking the next dose.
If a dose of prescription ibuprofen is prescribed on a dosing schedule, ask the prescriber for advice on taking a missed dose.
This medicine is not right for everyone.
Do not use ibuprofen if you have had an allergic reaction (including asthma) to ibuprofen, aspirin, or another NSAID.
Ibuprofen is not to be used before or after heart surgery.
Use OTC ibuprofen cautiously.
Take the lowest possible dose for the shortest possible time.
If OTC ibuprofen does not relieve pain in 10 days or fever in 3 days, contact a doctor.
Because of possible side effects, healthcare providers are urged to prescribe the lowest possible dose for the shortest possible time.
The healthcare provider may require regular blood tests to make sure ibuprofen treatment is not causing problems. Keep all appointments.
Ibuprofen increases the risk of blood clots, heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and edema.
Ibuprofen can cause serious gastrointestinal problems including ulcers, bleeding, and perforation of the stomach, esophagus, or intestines.
NSAIDs like ibuprofen may cause severe allergic or skin reactions. If a reaction occurs, stop taking ibuprofen immediately and contact your doctor.
Before using ibuprofen, ask a doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
Heart disease
Recent heart attack
Heart failure
History of ulcers
History of gastrointestinal bleeding
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Asthma
High blood pressure
Blood vessel problems
Bleeding problems
Dehydration
Pregnancy or plans to get pregnant
Breastfeeding
Ibuprofen can cause
Kidney damage
Liver damage
High blood pressure
High potassium
Anemia
Ibuprofen can delay ovulation in women.
Because of possible risks to an unborn child, NSAIDs should not be taken after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Your headaches may become worse if you use an NSAID for 10 or more days per month. Write down how often your headaches occur and how often you use this medicine.
Because of possible drug interactions, tell healthcare providers you are using this medicine.
Avoid taking other NSAIDs such as aspirin or naproxen. The prescription NSAID ketorolac should never be combined with ibuprofen.
Avoid alcohol when taking ibuprofen. Having three or more drinks daily increases the risk of serious gastrointestinal side effects.
Other medications that may cause problems with ibuprofen include:
Blood thinners
Blood pressure medications called ACE inhibitors
Diuretics
Corticosteroids
Certain types of antibiotics called aminoglycoside antibiotics
Lithium and methotrexate
Serious side effects
Ibuprofen can cause serious side effects. Talk to a doctor if you notice any signs or symptoms of a possible serious side effect including:
Severe stomach pain, vomiting blood, bloody stools, or black and tarry stools
Chest pain, trouble breathing, weakness on one side of your body, severe headache, trouble seeing or talking, pain in your lower leg
Chest pain that may spread to your arms, jaw, back, or neck, trouble breathing, nausea, unusual sweating, faintness
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet, rapid weight gain
Changes in how much or how often you urinate
Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
Bleeding and bruising
High blood pressure
Trouble seeing, blind spots, change in how you see colors
Hearing loss
Allergic reactions: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash
Less serious side effects
Heartburn
Flatulence
Diarrhea
Nausea and vomiting
Abdominal pain
Stomach upset
Ringing in the ears
Skin rash
Itching
Headache
Dizziness
Advil Liqui-Gels drug information, NIH National Library of Medicine
Basic Care Ibuprofen drug information, NIH National Library of Medicine
Basic Care Infant’s Ibuprofen drug information, NIH National Library of Medicine
Careone Children’s Ibuprofen drug information, NIH National Library of Medicine
Children’s Ibuprofen suspension drug information, NIH National Library of Medicine
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