About ibuprofen
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
Used for
- Short-term treatment of pain and inflammation
- Fever when oral treatment is unsuitable
Usual adult dose
For intravenous use, commonly 400–800 mg every 6 hours; maximum 3,200 mg daily. Dosing depends on the indication and local product labeling.
Usual dose in children
For pain or fever, commonly 10 mg/kg every 6–8 hours; maximum 40 mg/kg daily. Use only where licensed and prescribed.
Common side effects
- Nausea, indigestion, or abdominal pain
- Dizziness or headache
- Kidney problems or fluid retention
- Stomach ulcer or bleeding
Important warnings
- Can increase risks of stomach bleeding, kidney injury, and heart problems.
- Avoid with active stomach ulcers, severe kidney failure, or previous NSAID allergy.
- Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time.
- Intravenous administration requires healthcare-professional supervision.
Pregnancy
Avoid from 20 weeks unless specifically directed; contraindicated from 28 weeks. Earlier use requires clinical assessment.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts enter breast milk; short-term use is generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Blood thinners and antiplatelet medicines increase bleeding risk.
- Other NSAIDs, including aspirin, increase side effects.
- Diuretics, ACE inhibitors, or ARBs may worsen kidney function.
- Lithium or methotrexate levels may increase.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.