Advil Tablets (Ibuprofen)

Adult dose

For rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, soft tissue injuries, non-articular rheumatic diseases, acute gout, and psoriatic arthritis, orally administer 200-600 mg per dose, 3-4 times daily. The maximum daily dose can be up to 3200 mg. For mild to moderate pain and colds, orally administer 200-400 mg per dose, 3-4 times daily, adjusting as appropriate based on age and symptoms.

Child dose

For juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, administer 30-40 mg per kg of body weight, divided into 3-4 oral doses per day. For children, a single dose should be administered orally 3-4 times daily, and for children weighing less than 30 kg, the total daily dose should not exceed 50.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages per day; therefore, it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist. This drug can impact the cardiovascular system and may increase the risk of serious thrombotic events such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Special caution is required, especially in individuals with existing cardiovascular conditions or those taking it long-term. Serious gastrointestinal side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation can occur while taking this medication, so if any of these symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a healthcare provider is necessary. Individuals with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding or severe liver, kidney, or heart dysfunction should not take this medication. Persons with an allergy to any of its components or a history of bronchial asthma should also avoid taking it. This medication should not be taken in the late stages of pregnancy due to potential effects on the fetus; if pregnant, consultation with a specialist before taking it is advised. This drug should not be taken in excess of the recommended dosage, and it is safe not to take it in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. If breastfeeding, consider discontinuing either breastfeeding or this medication, as it can be transferred to breast milk and may cause adverse reactions in infants. Patients with abnormal blood counts or a tendency to bleed, liver or kidney disease, heart failure, or high blood pressure should consult a physician or pharmacist prior to taking this medication. This drug may interact with other medications, therefore if taken in conjunction with blood pressure medications, lithium, diuretics, anticoagulants, or anticancer drugs, professional guidance should be followed. While taking this medication, abnormal symptoms such as allergic reactions, skin rashes, respiratory difficulties, severe gastrointestinal bleeding, liver function abnormalities, and kidney function deterioration may occur; if any of these symptoms occur, discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider. This medication should be taken for the shortest duration possible at the minimum effective dose, and if symptoms persist or worsen, consultation with a physician is advised. Children and the elderly, as well as patients with chronic conditions, should be carefully monitored after taking this medication, and regular checks should be conducted to identify any abnormalities. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children and kept in its original container for safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema, periorbital edema, facial edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, severe skin reactions (including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, DRESS syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis), asthma attacks, respiratory distress, breathing problems, jaundice.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• diarrhea
• thirst
• stomatitis
• constipation
• black stools
• rash

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or high-dose methotrexate. Consult a physician or pharmacist when using it in conjunction with low-dose aspirin, low-dose methotrexate, ACE inhibitors, lithium, furosemide and thiazide diuretics, coumarin anticoagulants (such as warfarin), or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It should be stored at a normal room temperature, away from excessively hot or cold environments.

Appearance

The tablet is a round, biconvex, light brown coated tablet.

Package unit

10 tablets/blister