Overview

Ibuprofen is indicated for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis or Still’s disease), ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis and other non-rheumatoid (seronegative) arthropathies.

Ibuprofen is also indicated for its analgesic effect in the relief of mild to moderate pain such as dysmenorrhea, dental and post-operative pain and for symptomatic relief of headache, including migraine headache.

Adults and children over 12 years of age:

• The recommended dosage of Ibuprofen is 1200- 1800 mg daily in divided doses. Some patients can be maintained on 600-1200 mg daily.
• In severe or acute conditions, it can be advantageous to increase the dosage until the acute phase is brought under control, provided that the total daily dose does not exceed 2400 mg in divided doses.

Children:

• The daily dosage of Ibuprofen is 20 mg/kg of body weight in divided doses. For young children, more suitable formulations are available.

For oral administration. It is recommended that patients with sensitive stomachs take Ibuprofen with food. If taken shortly after eating, the onset of action of Ibuprofen may be delayed. To be taken preferably with or after food, with plenty of fluid. Ibuprofen tablets should be swallowed whole and not chewed, broken, crushed or sucked on to avoid oral discomfort and throat irritation.

Ibuprofen should not be used in pregnancy unless instructed by a healthcare professional.