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What is Ibuprofen Sodium
IbuprofenThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryIbuprofen is a pain-relieving drug that was first developed in 1960. It was first released for use against rheumatoid arthritis in 1969 in the UK and 1974 in the US. Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is a racemic mixture, meaning it has two forms, and the active form is the S-enantiomer. Ibuprofen works by reducing inflammation and relieving pain.
Motrinis the brand name
Ibuprofen Sodium Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Motrin
Ibuprofen
1974
2460
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Ibuprofen, also called Motrin, is approved by the FDA for 8 uses including Acute Pain and Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea) .Acute Pain
Used to treat Pain, Acute in combination with Oxycodone
Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea)
Migraine
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Used to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis in combination with Famotidine
Osteoarthritis (OA)
Used to treat Osteoarthritis (OA) in combination with Famotidine
Gastric Ulcer
Used to treat Gastric Ulcer in combination with Famotidine
Mild pain
Fever
Effectiveness
How Ibuprofen Sodium Affects PatientsIbuprofen is used to reduce pain, fever, and inflammation. It works by blocking the production of prostanoids, which are substances that cause inflammation. It also lessens pain by affecting signals in the central nervous system. Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain associated with dental procedures, rheumatic diseases, menstrual cramps, and migraines. It can also reduce neurodegeneration with long-term, low-dose use and may reduce the risk of breast cancer.
How Ibuprofen Sodium works in the bodyIbuprofen is a type of medication called an NSAID, which works to reduce pain, fever, inflammation, and swelling. It does this by blocking the enzyme cyclooxygenase, which is responsible for producing prostaglandins and thromboxanes. Ibuprofen blocks both forms of this enzyme, known as COX-1 and COX-2, to achieve its effects. However, blocking COX-1 can also cause unwanted side effects, such as stomach ulcers.
When to interrupt dosage
The suggested dosage of Ibuprofen Sodium is contingent upon the determined circumstance, such as smooth muscle relaxation preceding radiological procedures, Catarrh and Pain alleviation. The measure varies as per the technique of administration (e.g. Kit - Oral; Topical or Tablet) indicated in the table underneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Insomnia
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Chronic Pain
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Migraine
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Pericarditis
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Analgesics
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Pain
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Fever
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
prophylaxis of migraine headaches
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Rheumatoid Arthritis
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Opioids
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Pain
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Gastric Ulcer
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Kit, Kit - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, coated, Capsule, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Capsule; Kit - Oral, Capsule; Kit, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Oral; Topical, Kit - Oral; Topical, Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Kit - Topical, Solution - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Solution / drops - Oral, Solution / drops, Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Kit - Ophthalmic; Oral; Respiratory (inhalation); Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated - Oral; Topical, Cream; Kit; Liquid; Ointment; Tablet; Tablet, chewable; Tablet, film coated
Muscle Spasms
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
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Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea)
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
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Juvenile arthritis
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
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Ankylosing Spondylitis
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
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Acute Pain
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
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Mild pain
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
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Pain
200.0 mg, , 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 600.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 4.0 mg/mg, 4.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 220.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mg, 8.0 mg/mg, 300.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 256.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 800.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 0.02 mg/mg, 97.5 mg, 0.2 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL
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Warnings
Ibuprofen Sodium ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Common Ibuprofen Sodium Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Brigatinib
Major
The metabolism of Brigatinib can be decreased when combined with Ibuprofen.
Cabazitaxel
Major
The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Ibuprofen.
Enasidenib
Major
The metabolism of Enasidenib can be decreased when combined with Ibuprofen.
Erlotinib
Major
The metabolism of Erlotinib can be decreased when combined with Ibuprofen.
Fluorouracil
Major
The metabolism of Fluorouracil can be decreased when combined with Ibuprofen.
Ibuprofen Sodium Toxicity & Overdose RiskConsuming more than 99mg/kg of ibuprofen can cause symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, vertigo, drowsiness, dizziness, and insomnia. Rarely, it can also cause acidosis, abnormal liver function, high levels of potassium in the blood, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coma, kidney failure, and even death in young children. The lethal dose of ibuprofen in rats is 636 mg/kg, 740 mg/kg in mice, and 495 mg/kg in guinea pigs.
Ibuprofen Sodium Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Ibuprofen Sodium?
There are currently 531 active clinical trials investigating the potential of Ibuprofen Sodium to alleviate Rheumatoid Arthritis, Chronic Pain and Migraine.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Migraine
52 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Rheumatoid Arthritis
61 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1
Chronic Pain
174 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Insomnia
90 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Migraine
53 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Fever
18 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 1, Not Applicable
Nasal Congestion
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
0 Actively Recruiting
Pain
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1
Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea)
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Influenza
0 Actively Recruiting
Sinus pressure
0 Actively Recruiting
Muscle Spasms
0 Actively Recruiting
Catarrh
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable
Gastric Ulcer
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Acute Pain
21 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 1
prophylaxis of migraine headaches
0 Actively Recruiting
Juvenile arthritis
14 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Not Applicable
Gouty Arthritis
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3
Muscle Relaxation
0 Actively Recruiting
Ibuprofen Sodium Reviews: What are patients saying about Ibuprofen Sodium?
5Patient Review
1/5/2022 This medication was very effective in treating my chills and pain. I felt great afterwards.
5Patient Review
1/29/2016 This medication is really effective at pain relief and I haven't experienced any side effects. I've taken it both with and without food and didn't notice a difference.
5Patient Review
2/10/2016 This is the only thing that's ever worked for me when it comes to menstrual cramps. I also take it for back pain and have found relief there too. The only downside is that maybe, just maybe, it makes me sleepy a few hours later.
5Patient Review
2/12/2018 This medication has been an absolute game-changer for me. I have suffered from headaches my whole life, and this is the only thing that has given me relief. I also have severe anxiety, so I'm hesitant to take most pills; however, this one has very few side effects (gas and sometimes constipation if used frequently) that are manageable.
5Patient Review
5/13/2017 I took 800 mg to address lower back pain that comes from long car trips. I drove for 12 hours recently with no issues whatsoever. Additionally, two other people who suffer from chronic back pain recommended this drug to me. So far, so good!
5Patient Review
2/10/2016 This is the only treatment I've found that effectively relieves my menstrual cramps. I also take it for back pain and have found it to be helpful there as well. The only downside is that it seems to make me very sleepy a few hours after taking it.
5Patient Review
5/13/2017 I took 800 mg of this drug for lower back pain that comes from long car trips. I drove 12 hours straight the other day without any issues. This medication works great for me and was recommended by two others who suffer from chronic back pain.
5Patient Review
2/12/2018 This medication has been an absolute game-changer for me. I've struggled with headaches my whole life, and this is the only thing that's given me any relief. As somebody who also has severe anxiety, I was hesitant to try pills; however, I'm glad I did because this pill has helped me immensely. The only downside is that sometimes I experience gas or constipation if I use it too frequently.
5Patient Review
1/29/2016 Super effective at pain relief with no side effects that I've experienced. I've taken it on a full stomach and an empty one with no issues either way.
5Patient Review
2/12/2018 This medication has given me a better quality of life. I have severe anxiety and am afraid of most pills as i am very sensitive to them, but this pill has only given me gas and sometimes constipation if I use it frequently.
5Patient Review
2/10/2016 This is the only medication that has ever effectively relieved my menstrual cramps. I also take it for back pain and have found it to be helpful in those instances as well. The only potential downside I've noticed is that it might make me very sleepy hours after taking it.
5Patient Review
1/29/2016 I found this medication to be very effective in relieving pain. I never experienced any side effects, like stomach irritation. I've taken it with food and without, and there was no difference for me.
5Patient Review
1/5/2022 I was feeling awful before taking this medication, but it really helped me feel better. The chills and pain went away and I felt great afterwards.
5Patient Review
5/13/2017 This 800 mg dosage is perfect for addressing the lower back pain I get from driving long distances. No side effects that I could notice, and it worked great.
5Patient Review
1/5/2022 I had chills and pain in my lower body before taking this medication. Afterward, I felt so much better. It really works great.
4.7Patient Review
8/5/2014 This treatment is quite effective. It helped me a lot.
4.7Patient Review
8/5/2014 This was pretty effective for me.
4.7Patient Review
8/5/2014 This treatment was quite effective for me.
4.3Patient Review
6/2/2014 This treatment helps me to cope with my pain without having to rely on medication.
4.3Patient Review
6/2/2014 This helps manage my pain throughout the day in a more sustainable way, rather than just masking it with medication.
4.3Patient Review
6/2/2014 This product is a game-changer for me in terms of managing my pain. I take it as needed and it really helps me get through the day without having to rely on pain medication.
4Patient Review
7/5/2014 I've found this to be an effective short-term solution for my joint pain. However, my cardiologist does not recommend using it as a long-term fix.
4Patient Review
7/5/2014 I've found this to be effective for treating joint pain, among other things. However, my cardiologist does not recommend using it as a long-term solution.
4Patient Review
3/22/2015 This medication really helps me with my sinus headaches and other general pains. I only have to take one tablet, which is enough to help the pain subside. If I have a bad headache, I take two tablets together to knock out the headache and repeat 3-4 hours later to completely eliminate the pain.
4Patient Review
3/22/2015 I take this for sinus headaches and/or general joint or muscle pain. I only have to take one (1) tablet which is enough to help pain subside; If I have a bad headache, i take 2 together to knock out the headache and repeat 3 to 4 hours later to completely eliminate the pain. I drink plenty of water when I take this....no stomach upset.
4Patient Review
2/26/2015 I found this to be an effective treatment, but I don't like the fact that it's a blood thinner.
4Patient Review
7/5/2014 I've found this to be an effective treatment for joint pain and other issues. However, my cardiologist does not recommend using it as a long-term solution.
4Patient Review
2/26/2015 This is an effective treatment, but I don't like that it's a blood thinner.
4Patient Review
3/22/2015 This medication is effective for sinus headaches and general pain in joints or muscles. I find that one tablet is usually enough to help the pain subside. If I have a bad headache, I'll take two of them and repeat every three to four hours until the pain is gone. I drink plenty of water when taking this medication and haven't experienced any stomach upset.
4Patient Review
2/26/2015 I found this treatment to be effective, but I don't like that it is a blood thinner.
3Patient Review
11/7/2016 I had originally started taking this medication for tooth pain relief, and it did help. However, I recently stopped taking it because I experienced some unpleasant side effects like dizziness and a stomach ache. If these persist, I'll be sure to contact my doctor.
3Patient Review
2/2/2016 I've been taking ibuprofen for years to manage chronic pain from congenital joint deformities and DJD. It definitely helps with the inflammation and provides some extra relief when used in combination with narcotic pain medication. However, I wouldn't recommend crushing and snorting it as it's really harsh on your nose and throat and doesn't get you high or anything.
3Patient Review
2/2/2016 Ibuprofen has been a go-to pain reliever for me for years now. I have DJD and some congenital joint deformities, so chronic pain is unfortunately something I'm quite familiar with. Ibuprofen does help decrease inflammation in addition to dulling the pain, which is why I continue to take it even though it does burn my nose and throat a bit.
3Patient Review
11/7/2016 I was using this to help with the pain of having two teeth pulled. It did provide some relief, but I started experiencing dizziness, a stomach ache, and difficulty focusing. I stopped taking it and will be contacting my doctor if these side effects continue.
3Patient Review
11/7/2016 I originally started using this medication for tooth pain relief after having two teeth pulled. It did help with the pain, but I recently stopped taking it due to some bothersome side effects like dizziness and a stomachache.
3Patient Review
2/2/2016 I have taken ibuprofen for decades for chronic joint pain due to congenital joint defomities and severe DJD. I take it in conjunction with narcotic pain meds and it clearly gives additional pain relief, as it helps decrease inflamation.
2.7Patient Review
9/13/2014 I was recommended to try Ibuprofen for my chronic pain, but it didn't work very well and I ended up in the hospital with diverticulitis. So be careful with this medication!
2.7Patient Review
9/13/2014 I was advised by my doctor to take Ibuprofen for knee and back pain. I was told that the generic, over-the-counter form would work just as well as the prescription strength. However, I found that even taking 12 per day (far less than recommended) did not help much. Within three months, I was hospitalized with diverticulitis, which can be caused by Ibuprofen. Be careful with this medication!
2.7Patient Review
9/13/2014 I was recommended to take Ibuprofen for my chronic pain, but it didn't help much. In fact, I ended up in the hospital with an unrelated condition that Ibuprofen can worsen. Be careful when taking this medication!
2Patient Review
8/22/2016 I found that taking ibuprofen caused me a great deal of agitation, sleeplessness, and anxiety. This was at a dosage of 800mg; I can't imagine taking it at any higher amount.
2Patient Review
8/22/2016 I found that taking ibuprofen 800 mg made me very agitated, anxious, and unable to sleep. I will not be using it again.
2Patient Review
11/14/2020 My broken finger healed, but now I'm left with a lot of pain. This medication doesn't do anything to help.
2Patient Review
8/22/2016 Unfortunately, ibuprofen really agitates me to the point of sleeplessness and anxiety. It's a shame because it does help with my neck pain (I have a fused C2-6), but the side effects are just too much for me.
2Patient Review
11/14/2020 My broken finger has healed, but now I'm experiencing a lot of pain. Unfortunately, this medication doesn't seem to be helping at all.
2Patient Review
11/14/2020 I had a broken finger that healed, but now I'm experiencing a lot of pain. This medication doesn't do anything to alleviate the discomfort.
Patient Q&A Section about ibuprofen sodium
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Is sodium ibuprofen better?
"A new form of ibuprofen called IBUNa is absorbed into the bloodstream more quickly than regular ibuprofen, but works just as well. In a study, people with dental pain found that IBUNa provided relief more quickly than regular ibuprofen formulations."
Answered by AI
What is the difference between ibuprofen and ibuprofen sodium?
"Ibuprofen (IBU) is an over-the-counter drug that is effective in pain relief and fever reduction, with rates of adverse events similar to those of a placebo. IBU sodium (IBU(Na)) is a newer, more soluble form of the drug that is absorbed faster than standard IBU, leading to more rapid analgesia."
Answered by AI