Ibuprofen belongs to a group of medicines called anti-inflammatory pain killers. It can be used to relieve pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis (including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis or Still's disease), arthritis of the spine, ankylosing spondylitis, swollen joints, frozen shoulder, bursitis, tendinitis, tenosynovitis, lower back pain, sprains and strains.
Ibuprofen can also be used to treat other painful conditions such as toothache, pain after operations, period pain and headache, including migraine. It can also be used for the short term treatment of fever in children over the age of 1 year.
The active ingredient in Ibuprofen 100mg/5ml oral suspension is ibuprofen. Each 5ml spoonful of Ibuprofen 100mg/5ml oral suspension contains 100mg ibuprofen.
how to take ibuprofen
ALWAYS take Ibuprofen exactly as your doctor has told you. If you are not sure refer to the label on the carton or check with your doctor or pharmacist. Ensure the bottle is thoroughly shaken before use. Take with or after food.
The lowest effective dose should be used for the shortest duration necessary to relieve symptoms. If you have an infection, consult a doctor without delay if symptoms (such as fever and pain) persist or worsen.
DOSAGE:
Adults and children over 12 years -The usual dosage is 4 to 6 spoonfuls (5 ml) taken three times a day. Your doctor may choose to increase or decrease this depending on what you are being treated for; but no more than 24 spoonfuls (120 ml/2400 mg) should be taken in one day.
Children - Ibuprofen should NOT be taken by children weighing less than 7 kg. When used to treat fever, the suspension should not be used long term or given to children under the age of 1 year. The usual dose in children is 20 mg per kg of bodyweight each day, in divided doses. This can be given as follows:
1-2 years: One 2.5 ml (50 mg) dose three/four times a day
3-7 years: One 5 ml (100 mg) dose three/four times a day
8-12 years: Two 5 ml (200 mg) doses three/four times a day
The doctor may choose to increase this dose in children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. This dose should not exceed 40mg/kg bodyweight daily in divided doses.
You should avoid excessive use of painkillers. If you usually take painkillers, especially combinations of different painkillers, you may damage your
Storage:
kidneys, tell your doctor if you are already taking another painkiller before taking this medicine and your doctor will decide whether you should take this medicine. This risk may be increased if you are dehydrated.
Ibuprofen should be stored at normal room temperature (below 25°C) and protected from direct light. It should be kept in a safe place out of the reach and sight of children as your medicine could harm them.
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