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Ibuprofen is used for:
Treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, menstrual cramps, or mild to moderate pain. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Ibuprofen is an NSAID. Exactly how it works is not known. It may block certain substances in the body that are linked to inflammation. NSAIDs treat the symptoms of pain and inflammation. They do not treat the disease that causes those symptoms.
Do NOT use Ibuprofen if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Ibuprofen
- you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, trouble breathing, growths in the nose, dizziness) to aspirin or an NSAID (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib)
- you have recently had or will be having bypass heart surgery
- you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Ibuprofen :
Use Ibuprofen as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Ibuprofen comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Ibuprofen refilled.
- Take Ibuprofen by mouth with or without food. It may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Taking it with food may not lower the risk of stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, ulcers). Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have persistent stomach upset.
- Take Ibuprofen with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL) as directed by your doctor.
- If you miss a dose of Ibuprofen and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about the proper use of Ibuprofen .
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