Treatment of inflammation using ibuprofen
Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
- Children 30-40 mg / kg / day, divided to 3-4 times no more than 2,400 mg per day.
- Adults 400-800 mg 3-4 times a day not more than 2,400 mg per day
Reduce fever, reduce pain
- Children aged 6 months-2 years use 10 mg / kg / day every 6-8 hours, no more than 40 mg at a time.
- Children aged 2 -11 years use 5-10 mg / kg every 6-8 hours no more than 40 mg / kg / day or 4 times a day.
- Adults 200-400 mg every 4-6 hours not more than 1,200 mg per day
Topical
- Adults use cream / spray / foam Containing 5% of the drug or the gel with 10% of the drug in the area of pain
The use of ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is a drug that can negatively affect the gastrointestinal tract. Should take the medicine after meals And not more than 400 milligrams at a time. In addition, ibuprofen should not be used with aspirin absolutely. And should avoid drinking alcohol while using medication To avoid stomach bleeding If you are unsure about the use of medication, should consult a doctor clearly.
Ibuprofen drug warnings
- High doses of ibuprofen for a long time may increase the risk of stroke and heart attack. Heart patients should avoid this type of medication.
- May cause bleeding in the abdomen and intestines. Especially in elderly patients Careless use of these drugs can cause death.
- May adversely affect the intestines and stomach. Should avoid taking medication on an empty stomach
- Avoid using ibuprofen if you have an allergic reaction to the drug Or used to have acute asthma after taking NSAIDs and aspirin
- Pregnant women should consult a doctor before using medication. Or avoid the use of such drugs as best Especially when pregnant during the 3rd trimester (7-9 months)
- Patients with cardiovascular disease, thrombosis, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, liver disease, kidney disease or asthma should consult a doctor before using the drug.
- People who have had a history of gastric bleeding should consult a doctor before using medication.
- Do not use ibuprofen with children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
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