Iburoen Soft Capsule (Ibuprofen)

Adult dosage

1. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, soft tissue injuries, non-articular rheumatic diseases, acute gout, psoriatic arthritis: Take 200-600 mg orally 3-4 times a day. The maximum daily dose can be up to 3200 mg. 3. Mild to moderate pain, cold: Take 200-400 mg orally 3-4 times a day, adjusting based on age and symptoms. 4. Migraine: 1 dose.

Children's dosage

2. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis: Administer 30-40 mg per kg of body weight divided into 3-4 oral doses daily.

This medication should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist if taken by someone who regularly consumes more than three glasses of alcohol a day as it may cause gastrointestinal bleeding. This drug can pose a risk to the cardiovascular system; thus, individuals with heart disease or risk factors should exercise caution. Prolonged use may cause adverse cardiovascular reactions, requiring careful monitoring. Serious gastrointestinal problems such as bleeding, ulcers, and perforations may occur; therefore, elderly patients or those taking it long-term should be particularly cautious. Individuals with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding, or severe liver, kidney, or heart dysfunction should not take this medication. This medication should not exceed the recommended dose, and it is advisable not to be taken in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. During breastfeeding, this medication may transfer into breast milk and cause serious adverse reactions in infants, so consideration should be given to stopping breastfeeding or discontinuing the medication. Those with blood abnormalities, bleeding tendencies, liver or kidney disorders, heart disease, hypertension, hypersensitivity, autoimmune diseases, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, elderly patients, pregnant women, or nursing mothers should consult a professional before taking. Care should be taken when using this medication alongside certain drugs (e.g., ACE inhibitors, lithium, diuretics, methotrexate, anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) as interactions may increase the risk of side effects. If serious symptoms occur during use, such as severe allergic reactions, blood abnormalities, gastrointestinal bleeding, severe skin reactions, liver dysfunction, respiratory distress, kidney dysfunction, or heart problems, discontinue use immediately and consult healthcare professionals. The minimum necessary dose should be taken for the shortest period possible, and regular tests should be conducted to monitor for any abnormalities during long-term use. This medication should particularly not be used in late pregnancy and should only be used in the second trimester (after 20 weeks) in minimal doses for the shortest duration necessary, due to risks of fetal kidney dysfunction and oligohydramnios. Store this medication out of reach of children, and keep it in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• diarrhea
• epigastric pain
• stomatitis
• thirst
• fever
• lethargy

Drug interactions

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

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

Appearance

A transparent blue oval soft capsule containing a colorless to pale bluish liquid.

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP package X 1)