Wonkwang Ibuprofen Tablet 400 mg (Ibuprofen)

Adult dose

Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, soft tissue injuries, extra-articular rheumatic diseases, acute gout, psoriatic arthritis: Take 200-600 mg orally in 3-4 divided doses per day, with a maximum daily dose of 3200 mg. Mild to moderate pain, cold: Take 200-400 mg orally in 3-4 divided doses per day, adjusting the amount according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis: Administer 30-40 mg per kg of body weight orally in 3-4 divided doses per day. Oral dosing for children: If under 30 kg, 500 mg (25 mL) total daily dose.

Patients who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. The risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may increase when this medication is taken by individuals who consume large amounts of alcohol. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Special caution is needed for individuals with a history of heart disease or stroke, and careful monitoring is required for long-term use. Patients with high blood pressure or poor cardiac function should exercise caution when taking this medication, and high doses should be avoided. This medication can cause serious problems such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, so older adults or those on long-term therapy should closely monitor their gastrointestinal condition. Individuals with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, severe liver, kidney, or heart diseases, or allergies to this medication's ingredients should not take it. Patients with bronchial asthma or a history of hypersensitivity to aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should also avoid this medication. Pregnant women in late pregnancy should avoid this medication as it may harm the fetus. When taking this medication, patients should not exceed the recommended dosage and it is advisable not to take it concurrently with other NSAIDs. Breastfeeding women should either discontinue breastfeeding or the medication, as it may affect the baby via breast milk. Patients with blood disorders, liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, hypertension, hypersensitivity, autoimmune diseases, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, the elderly, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Patients taking low-dose aspirin should exercise caution as this medication may reduce the effectiveness of aspirin and increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Additionally, individuals taking certain medications (ACE inhibitors, lithium, diuretics, methotrexate, anticoagulants, SSRIs, etc.) should consult with their doctor. If severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, breathing difficulties, blood disorders, liver function abnormalities, or symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding occur while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. This medication should be taken for the shortest duration at the minimum effective dose, and regular monitoring by a healthcare professional is necessary for long-term use. In case of overdose, severe symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, liver function abnormalities, and renal failure may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored safely in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, low blood pressure, severe swelling (edema), high blood pressure, cardiovascular adverse reactions due to blood pressure fluctuations, myocardial infarction, stroke, gastrointestinal bleeding, gastrointestinal ulcers, perforation, melena, hematemesis (vomiting blood), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), polymorphous erythema, DRESS syndrome, vesicular dermatitis, angioedema

Mild side effects

Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, blood pressure fluctuations, palpitations, rash, itching, fatigue, fever, nosebleeds, swelling, periorbital edema, facial swelling, oral ulcers, dry mouth, abdominal distension, stomatitis, constipation, black stools, hematemesis, melena, nausea, loss of appetite, central nervous system disturbances, some blood disorders, some liver function abnormalities, some kidney function changes, ear and labyrinth disturbances (dizziness)

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Orange rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

Bottle - 500 tablets/bottle, PTP - 10 tablets/PTP, Pack - 1000 tablets/pack [1000 tablets (2 tablets/pack x 500)], Pack - 500 tablets/pack [500 tablets (1 tablet/pack x 500)], Pack - 5 tablets/pack [5 tablets (1 tablet/pack x 5)]