Menadol

Ibuprofen is both an over-the-counter and a prescription medication. The over-the-counter form is used both to treat minor aches and pains and also to reduce fever. The prescription form is used for the relief of signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, mild to moderate pain, and to treat primary dysmenorrhea. It may also be used to reduce fever in adults. This medication page refers to the prescription form of ibuprofen.

This medication comes in tablet and oral suspension forms. Ibuprofen may be given up to 6 times per day with food or milk to avoid stomach irritation.

This medication is available in an injectable form to be given directly into a vein (IV) by a healthcare professional.

Common side effects of ibuprofen include nausea, heartburn, diarrhea, stomach irritation, or headache. Ibuprofen can also cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how this medication will affect you.

Menadol is part of the drug class:

• Antiinflammatory preparations, non steroids for topical use

Medicines can interact with certain foods. In some cases, this may be harmful and your doctor may advise you to avoid certain foods. In the case of ibuprofen, there are no specific foods that you must exclude from your diet when receiving ibuprofen.

Before taking ibuprofen, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions. Especially tell your doctor if you:

• have kidney problems
• have liver problems
• have heart problems
• have had a stomach bleed or ulcer (hole in the lining of the stomach) in the past
• have asthma
• are pregnant or breastfeeding

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Dosing may vary according to type of and severity of condition.

Store ibuprofen at room temperature.

Keep this and all medicines out of the reach of children.