How
should Ibuprofen be used?
Ibuprofen comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth. It usually
is taken three or four times a day for arthritis or every 4-6 hours
as needed for pain. Follow the directions on the package or label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any
part you do not understand. Take Motrin exactly as directed. Do not
take more or less of it or take it more often than directed by the
package label or prescribed by your doctor. If you think that you
need more medication to relieve your symptoms, call your doctor.
If
you obtained Motrin, do not take it for more
than 3 days for fever or 10 days for pain without talking to a doctor.
If
you are taking Motrin for pain and the painful area becomes red
or swollen, call your doctor.
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| Ibuprofen's
Price List |
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Brand Name |
Generic Name |
Strength |
Manufacturer |
Quantity |
US$ |
|
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Brufen (brand) Motrin AKA Advil, Genpril,Ibuprofen,
Menadol, Nuprin
==unavailable== |
Ibuprofen |
600 mg tab |
Abbott |
200 tabs |
51.00 |
|
|
Brufen (generic) Ibuprofen AKA Advil, Genpril,Ibuprofen,
Menadol, Nuprin
|
Ibuprofen |
600 mg tab |
Various |
200 tabs |
45.00 |
|
|
Brufen (brand) Motrin AKA Advil, Genpril,Ibuprofen,
Menadol, Nuprin
|
Ibuprofen |
400 mg tab |
Abbott |
100 tabs |
23.00 |
|
|
Brufen (brand)==unavailable== Motrin AKA Advil, Genpril,Ibuprofen,
Menadol, Nuprin
|
Ibuprofen |
600 mg tab |
Abbott |
100 tabs |
28.00 |
|
|
Brufen (generic) Ibuprofen AKA Advil, Genpril,Ibuprofen,
Menadol, Nuprin
|
Ibuprofen |
400 mg tab |
Various |
200 tabs
|
38.00 |
|
|
Brufen (generic) Ibuprofen AKA Advil, Genpril,Ibuprofen,
Menadol, Nuprin
|
Ibuprofen |
600 mg tab |
Various |
100 tabs |
23.00 |
|
What
special precautions should I follow?
Before
taking Motrin, tell
your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin
or other medications for pain or arthritis, or any other drugs
tell your doctor and pharmacist what
medications you are taking, especially anticoagulants ('blood thinners')
such as warfarin (Coumadin), aspirin, atenolol (Tenormin), carteolol
(Cartrol), cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), digoxin (Lanoxin),
diuretics ('water pills'), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), lithium
(Eskalith, Lithobid), medications for arthritis or diabetes, methotrexate,
metoprolol (Lopressor), nadolol (Corgard), phenytoin (Dilantin),
probenecid (Benemid), and vitamins. Do not take aspirin or acetaminophen
when using ibuprofen unless directed to do so by your doctor.
tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver, heart, or kidney
disease; high blood pressure; any stomach problems; or any other
gastrointestinal disease.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or
are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking ibuprofen,
call your doctor.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor
or dentist that you are taking Motrin.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive
a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects
you.
if you drink 3 or more alcohol drinks every day, ask your doctor
if you should take ibuprofen. You should not drink alcoholic beverages
while taking Motrin.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
If your doctor prescribes ibuprofen on a regular basis, take the
missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost
time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular
dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed
one.
What
side effects can Ibuprofen cause?
Although side effects from ibuprofen are not common, they can occur.
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go
away:
headache
dizziness
nervousness
upset stomach
stomach pain or cramps
vomiting
constipation
diarrhea
gas
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor
immediately:
bloody
vomit
bloody diarrhea or black, tarry stools
ringing in the ears
blurred vision
swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
skin rash
itching
What storage conditions are needed for Ibuprofen?
Keep Motrin in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from
excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication
that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about
the proper disposal of your medication.
What
other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory.
Your doctor may order certain lab tests to check your response to
ibuprofen.
Do
not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any
questions you have.
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