IBUPROFEN TAB 600MG TEVA

How does this medication work? What will it do for me?

Ibuprofen belongs to the class of medications known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to treat fever and mild-to-moderate pain caused by inflammation. It is believed to work by stopping the production of prostaglandins, which cause inflammation.

Ibuprofen can be used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with arthritis, menstrual cramps, sprains, strains, backache, headaches, migraine, muscular aches and pain, sore throat, cold and flu, and dental pain.

For children under 12, ibuprofen is used for fever and pain due to colds, sore throat, immunization, and earache.

This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.

Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.

Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.

What form(s) does this medication come in?

600 mg
Each peach-coloured, oval-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablet, engraved with a modified “N” on one side and “600” on the reverse, contains 600 mg of ibuprofen. Nonmedicinal ingredients: carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, FD&C Yellow No. 6 Aluminum Lake, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, pregelatinized starch, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium starch glycolate, and titanium dioxide.

How should I use this medication?

The recommended adult dose of ibuprofen is 200 mg to 400 mg every 6 to 8 hours as required. Extended-release tablets should be taken as 1 tablet (600 mg) every 12 hours. The maximum daily dose is 1,200 mg. Ibuprofen available without a prescription should not be taken for more than 3 consecutive days for a fever or 5 consecutive days for pain unless advised by your doctor. The lowest dose for the shortest period of time should be used to reduce the risk of side effects.

The dose of ibuprofen for children is based on body weight and age. It should be given every 6 to 8 hours. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for specific dosing information. Use an oral syringe to measure each dose of the liquid, as it gives a more accurate measurement than household teaspoons.

Take ibuprofen with food or milk to minimize side effects such as heartburn and stomach upset. The suspension form should be shaken well before using.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store this medication at room temperature, protect it from heat and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Who should NOT take this medication?

Do not use this medication if you:

• are allergic to ibuprofen or any ingredients of this medication
• are allergic to other NSAIDs
• are currently taking other NSAIDs
• are pregnant
• are dehydrated due to vomiting, diarrhea, or lack of fluid intake
• have an active peptic ulcer, a history of recurring ulcers, or an active inflammatory disease of the digestive system (such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis)
• have nasal polyps, or have had asthma, an allergic reaction or allergic-type reaction (e.g., difficulty breathing, wheezing, itchy skin rash, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue) to ASA (acetylsalicylic acid) or any other NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs; e.g., ketorolac, indomethacin, naproxen)
• have severely reduced kidney function or kidney disease
• have severely reduced liver function or liver disease
• have high levels of potassium in the blood
• have systemic lupus erythematosus
• have inflammatory bowel disease
• are having heart surgery in the near future or have recently had heart surgery

Do not give this medication to children who have kidney disease or have suffered significant fluid loss.