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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.

Serious side effects have been reported with ibuprofen. See “Drug Precautions” section.

Common side effects of ibuprofen include:

• stomach effects:  nausea, heartburn, diarrhea, stomach irritation, bloating or flatulence, constipation
• others: headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, swelling of arms or legs, rash

This is not a complete list of ibuprofen side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Take ibuprofen exactly as prescribed. Ibuprofen may be taken several times per day, depending on reason for use.

Shake oral suspension ibuprofen before use. May take ibuprofen with food or milk to prevent stomach irritation.

Do not exceed 3.2 grams (3200 mg) per day.

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

If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses of ibuprofen at the same time unless instructed by your doctor.