Ibuprofen 400 mg. (Tablets)
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and alleviate inflammation. It is commonly used for mild to moderate pain relief, including pain from inflammation, menstrual pain, and headaches. Medical professionals also prescribe it for certain types of joint pain and to alleviate migraine headaches.
1) Precautions Before Using Ibuprofen: Do not use Ibuprofen if you:
- Are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin or any other NSAID, or have had asthma, hives or swelling after taking one of these medicines.
- Have a stomach ulcer, or bleeding from the stomach or bowel, now.
- Have severe heart failure, or severe kidney or liver disease.
- Are in the last 3 months of pregnancy.
Use Ibuprofen with caution in individuals with the following conditions:
- History of stomach ulcers
- Asthma
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Pregnancy (NSAIDs should be avoided from 20 weeks of pregnancy unless a doctor advises them) or breastfeeding
2) How to Use: How to use the medication: Ibuprofen should be taken with food or immediately after food to reduce gastric irritation. It is potentially dangerous and has moderate side effects, so it should not be self-administered. Use the smallest effective dose for the shortest duration, not exceeding 10 days. Dosages vary between adults and children, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
2.1) If a dose is missed, take it when remembered. If it’s near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.
- Take this medicine exactly as your dentist prescribed. The dose, how often to take it and for how many days are printed on your medicine label. Do not take more than prescribed.
3) Precautions while using the medication:
- Use the medication as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
- Take medication with food or immediately after eating to reduce gastrointestinal side effects.
- Use caution in patients with heart, liver, or kidney disease, and in those with asthma.
- Avoid taking medication with blood thinners or other NSAIDs.
- Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.
4) Potential risks from the medication: General side effects may include:
- Blood loss
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Abdominal pain
- Heartburn
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty swallowing
- Vomiting
- Swelling
- Rash
- If symptoms persist or disrupt daily life, seek medical attention immediately.
5) Storage:
- Keep it in the original container.
- Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight at temperatures not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius.
- Do not store in hot or humid places, such as cars, bathrooms, or kitchens.
- Keep out of reach of children.
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 in Dental Treatment
Why this medicine is prescribed
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
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 taken on the schedule your dentist set out, rather than only when pain appears, because the inflammation continues even at times when you do not feel pain. Keeping the inflammation under control supports eating, rest and healing during the first days after treatment.
Medication manages what you feel. 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 / Wisdom Teeth — Tooth Extraction, Wisdom Teeth, Post-Operative Care
- Root canal treatment — Root canal treatment, Post-Operative Care
- Gum Surgery — Periodontics, Post-Operative Care
- Dental Implants — Dental Implants, Post-Operative Care
If pain persists or worsens, please contact the clinic.