Drug Card Ibuprofen

• Generic Name: Ibuprofen

• Trade Name(s): Advil, Motrin

Drug Classification: NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug)

Description: Ibuprofen is commonly used to reduce fever and relieve pain or inflammation.

Mechanism of Action: Inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes, leading to decreased prostaglandin synthesis and reduced inflammation and pain.

Pharmacokinetics:

• Absorption: Rapidly absorbed in the GI tract

• Distribution: Crosses placenta, minimal breast milk excretion

• Metabolism: Liver

• Excretion: Kidneys

Indications/Field Use: Mild to moderate pain relief, fever reduction

Contraindications: GI bleeding, peptic ulcer disease, NSAID hypersensitivity

Side Effects/Adverse Reactions: GI upset, dizziness, rash, renal impairment

Dose:

• Adult: 400-800 mg orally every 4-6 hours

• Pediatric: 10 mg/kg every 6-8 hours

Precautions: Use cautiously in renal/hepatic impairment

Drug-Drug Interactions: Anticoagulants, antihypertensives, diuretics