Drugs

Nurofen

Generic Name: Ibuprofen
Product Name: Nurofen

Indication of Nurofen:

Ibuprofen is used for pain relief in the following conditions:
  • Headache
  • Minor aches and pains associated with the common cold
  • Dental pain
  • Period pain
  • Arthritis
  • Acute and chronic pain due to inflammation
  • Ibuprofen also reduces fever

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    Action of Nurofen:

    Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs relieve pain and inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, which have an important involvement in the production of inflammation, pain and fever in the body.

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    Dose advice of Nurofen:

  • The initial recommended dose of Ibuprofen is 400 mg.
  • 200 to 400 mg may be given every four hours if required.
  • The maximum recommended dose is 1200mg per day.

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    Schedule of Nurofen:

    S2

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    Common side effects of Nurofen:

  • Nausea
  • Heartburn
  • Stomach Ulcers
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Salt and fluid retention
  • High blood pressure
  • Constipation
  • Flatulence
  • Loss of appetite
  • Stomach cramps

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    Uncommon side effects of Nurofen:

  • High potassium levels
  • Kidney function impairment
  • Confusion
  • Asthma
  • Rash
  • Ulceration of the oesophagus
  • Heart failure

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    Diseases treated by Nurofen:

    Symptoms associated with Nurofen:

    Treatments associated with Nurofen:


    For further information talk to your doctor.


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