What is Ibugesic 400 mg?
Ibugesic 400 mg is a prescription medication that contains Ibuprofen and belongs to the class of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Doctors prescribe Ibugesic tablets to relieve various conditions, such as menstrual pain, headache, toothache, fever, colds, and mild arthritis.
Ibuprofen effectively relieves mild to moderate pain and inflammation in adults and paediatrics above six months of age.
Ibugesic 400 mg is also available under the brand name Motrin and can be purchased from licensed pharmacies after a doctor’s prescription.
When taken at the correct dosage, Ibuprofen can rarely cause side effects to patients.
How does Ibugesic 400mg work?
Ibuprofen works by obstructing the effect of a chemical messenger called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes in your body. COX is responsible for making another chemical, prostaglandin.
These prostaglandins are usually produced at your injury sites and lead to swelling & pain.
By restricting the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced, which decreases mild to moderate pain and inflammation in your injury area.
Apart from this, Ibuprofen also reduces fever caused due to pain and inflammatory conditions.
You can observe the effects of Ibuprofen within 30 to 60 minutes of taking the dose.
How to take Ibugesic 400mg?
Take 400mg of Ibugesic in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.
Ibuprofen tablets should be taken with food to avoid the problem of an upset stomach and reduce side effects.
It would be best if you tried to use the smallest dose of Ibuprofen tablet to control your symptoms for the shortest possible time.
Continue taking Ibugesic 400mg regularly while you need it. Do not miss any doses, as it can make the medicine less effective.
What are the side effects of Ibugesic 400mg?
Following the recommendation of the doctor for the prescribed dosage can save you from the severe side effects of Ibuprofen.
However, most side effects of the Ibugesic tablet disappear once your body adjusts to it.
Some common side effects of Ibugesic 400mg include:
- Nervousness
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Rash
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
Seek medical help if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Ibugesic 400mg?
- Do not give Ibuprofen to children below six months of age without a doctor’s advice. This medicine can increase the risk of fatal heart attack or stroke.
- Ibugesic 400mg is not prescribed for patients who have had or have undergone heart bypass surgery.
- Do not exceed the dose and duration of Ibuprofen recommended by the doctor, as it can increase the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding.
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take Ibugesic tablets only after consulting the doctor. Doctors will prescribe this medicine if its benefits outweigh the risks.
- Before starting the treatment with 400mg of Ibugesic, inform your doctor about your medical history, especially of blood disorders, kidney problems, and asthma.
- Ibuprofen might interact with certain medicines, including naproxen, prednisone, aspirin, duloxetine, sertraline, and fluoxetine.
