Ibuprofen 100mg / 5ml (Syrup)

Ibuprofen 100mg / 5ml (Syrup) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for pain relief, fever reduction, and inflammation inhibition.

1) Precautions Before Using Ibuprofen 100mg / 5ml (Syrup) Do not use Ibuprofen syrup in individuals with the following conditions:

• Allergy to ibuprofen or other NSAIDs.
• Gastric or duodenal ulcers.
• Bleeding disorders.
• Heart disease.
• Kidney disease.
• Talk to the dentist or a doctor before giving it if your child is vomiting, has diarrhea or is not drinking enough, has chickenpox, or has asthma.
• Inform your doctor about any medical conditions, current medications, drug allergies, pregnancy status, or breastfeeding.
• Ibuprofen syrup may cause allergic reactions such as itching, rash, anaphylaxis, and difficulty breathing.

2)  How to use the medication:

• Give this medicine exactly as the dentist prescribed. The dose for children is worked out from body weight, so give the amount printed on the label, using the measuring spoon or syringe provided, not a kitchen spoon. Do not give more than prescribed.
• Take the medicine with food.
• Take the medicine as directed by the doctor.

2.1. What to do if you miss a dose:

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
• Wait at least 4-6 hours before taking the next dose.
• Do not take a double dose.

3) Precautions while using the medicine: 

• Do not use Ibuprofen syrup with alcohol.
• Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
• Consult a doctor if you have persistent pain or fever for more than 3 days.

4) Potential risks from the medication: 

• Allergic reactions such as itching, rash, anaphylaxis, and difficulty breathing.
• Stomach pain or nausea.
• Stop the medicine and see a doctor straight away if your child has black stools, vomits blood, passes much less urine than usual, or has a rash, swelling or difficulty breathing.

5) How to store the medicine:

• Store the medicine at room temperature.
• Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
• Store the medicine in a tightly closed container.

Note: This information is a general summary. Please read the medication label carefully before use and consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Ibuprofen Syrup in Dental Treatment

Why this medicine is prescribed

Ibuprofen syrup is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in a form made for children.

This medicine acts to reduce the inflammation and swelling that follow a dental procedure, and as the inflammation settles the pain eases with it. For that reason it should be given on the schedule your dentist set out, rather than only when your child appears to be in pain, because the inflammation continues even at times when your child feels no pain. Keeping the inflammation under control supports eating, rest and healing during the first days after treatment.

Medication manages what your child feels. It does not remove the cause of the problem — a tooth that needs treatment still needs treatment.

Which dental procedures it is prescribed for

• Tooth Extraction / Swelling and Infection / Root Canal Treatment for Children — Pediatric Dentistry

If your child will not take the medicine, or if you are unsure how much to give, please contact the clinic before skipping a dose or estimating the amount yourself.