Ibuprofen in dosage forms for internal use
Ibuprofen - active substance in pink, orange, white tablets
Ibuprofen
- relieves or even eliminates pain;
- has an anti-inflammatory effect;
- reduces elevated body temperature.
It is used especially for pain in the joints, muscles and tendons and in inflammation of the joints and muscles of rheumatic origin (prescribed by a doctor); for milder painful conditions caused by injury, post-traumatic and postoperative; in women during a painful period (cycle, menses); in febrile diseases such as viruses, colds and post-vaccination conditions; for migraines and toothaches.
It is intended for children under 6 years of age in the form of a suspension - syrup (exact dosage, easier to swallow) or a suppository. In addition, both pharmaceutical forms have a faster onset of action compared to tablets or capsules. It is dosed according to the weight or age of the child, first every 6-8 hours; without a doctor's recommendation for a maximum of 3 days.
Tablets, dragees (coated tablets, mostly colored), granules and capsules are intended for adults .
The individual dose is 200–400 mg, as needed, usually 3–4 times a day, first every 4 hours; without consulting a doctor for a maximum of 7 days.
The preparations are taken with or after a meal, unscored tablets and capsules are swallowed whole, other tablets can be swallowed crushed or dissolved in a liquid, preferably water.
In case of stomach problems, it is advisable to drink the preparations with milk or eat a dairy product. The suspension must be properly shaken before measuring the dose and measured only with the enclosed measuring cup (it must not be confused with a teaspoon, for example, in order to comply with the prescribed correct dosage).
When visiting the pharmacy, do not forget to point out the following facts:
- if you take other preparations, including vitamins, etc.;
- if you know of any allergic reaction to any substance;
- if you are pregnant, including the trimester of pregnancy;
- if you are a breastfeeding mother.
BASIC CHARACTERISTICS AND DISPENSING MINIMUM OF THE MEDICINE
"IBUPROFEN" IN PHARMACEUTICAL FORMS FOR INTERNAL USE
Ibuprofen belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (also non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, abbreviated NSA or NSAID). The term "non-steroidal" distinguishes these drugs from steroid substances with the same effects, i.e. corticosteroids.
effects
- analgesic (from the Greek "an" - without and "algia" - pain) - relieves pain and/or removes it completely;
- antipyretic (from the Greek "an" - without and "pyros" - fire) - reduces pathologically elevated body temperature;
- antiphlogistic (from the Greek "an" - without and "phlogosis" - inflammation) - suppresses the manifestations of inflammation (pain, swelling, redness, increased blood flow and damaged functions at the site of inflammation).
indication (use)
- pain caused by damage to joints and tendons;
- headache, tooth and muscle pain;
- milder painful conditions caused by injury, post-traumatic and postoperative;
- period pain (menses, menstrual cycle);
- febrile illnesses – e.g. viruses, colds and conditions after vaccination (fever);
- inflammation of joints and muscles of rheumatic origin etc.
contraindications (a condition in which the drug must not be used)
- hypersensitivity to the medicinal substance;
- hypersensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid and other anti-inflammatory non-steroidal drugs manifesting as asthma, urticaria or other allergic reactions;
- gastric or duodenal ulcer;
- blood formation and blood clotting disorders;
- solid medicinal forms (tablets, capsules) may not be used by children under 6 years of age.
adverse effects
- gastrointestinal (relating to the digestive tract) – e.g. nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, etc.;
- on the central nervous system - dizziness, headaches, blurred vision, depression, emotional lability may occur;
- cardiovascular (relating to the circulatory and vascular systems) - possible swelling, palpitations;
- allergic skin reactions, increased sensitivity of the skin to ultraviolet radiation (redness of the skin, formation of blisters, soreness and burning of the skin, peeling, increased pigmentation).
period of pregnancy and lactation
- only on doctor's recommendation.
drug interactions ( lat. interactio from inter-agere, to act with each other, is mutual action and influence, in this case between several drugs), e.g.
- simultaneously used drugs that reduce blood clotting, increase the risk of bleeding;
- acetylsalicylic acid and other anti-inflammatory drugs, corticoids and some antidepressants increase the risk of side effects in the area of the digestive system, including bleeding and stomach ulcers;
- the effect of simultaneously administered drugs intended for the treatment of high blood pressure may decrease; and a whole host of others.
pregnancy and lactation
- do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding without a doctor's recommendation.
dosage
a) juveniles and adults
a single dose for adolescents and adults is 200-400 mg (the principle is to use a weaker preparation preferably in multiple doses, thus avoiding the risk of possible side effects), 3-4 times a day as needed |
the dose interval for adults is at least 4 hours |
if the fever and/or pains do not subside and persist for more than 3-5 days, or if there is no improvement within 1-2 weeks during the treatment of rheumatic diseases, it is necessary to consult a doctor about the next course of action |
products should not be used for more than 7 days without consulting a doctor |
b) children
ibuprofen is not given to children under 6 months of age and under 7 kg of body weight without a doctor's recommendation |
the dose interval for children is at least 6-8 hours |
the suspension must be properly shaken before use and measured exclusively with the included measuring cup |
without a doctor's recommendation, the preparations should be used for a maximum of 3 days |
method of use
preparations are taken with or after food, swallowed whole (coated tablets or dragees without a dividing line and capsules), crushed or dissolved in liquid |
in case of stomach problems, it is advisable to drink the preparations with milk or eat a dairy product |
children under 6 years of age are given ibuprofen in the form of a suspension or suppository |
dosage forms
- tablets, dragees, coated tablets, suspensions, suppositories, granules, capsules, buccal capsules.
09/07/2018
M.Sc. Radka Brichcínová
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