Ibuprofen Generis 20mg/ml Oral Suspension 200ml

Ibuprofen Generis 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension is indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with flu and colds (fever and pain); odynophagia and pharyngitis; mild to moderate headaches; mild to moderate muscle pain; bruises; fever (not more than 3 days); primary dysmenorrhea.

Active Substances: 20mg/ml ibuprofen.

Ibuprofen has significant anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic properties. These actions are fundamentally related to the ability of this substance to inhibit cyclooxygenase and consequently prostaglandins, important mediators of inflammation and fever. Ibuprofen also appears to have an inhibitory effect on platelet aggregation.

Dosage and method of administration:

Children: The recommended daily dose is 20-30 mg per kg of body weight, divided into several doses throughout the day: 6 months – 1 year 2.5 ml (50 mg) 3 to 4 doses/day; 1 year – 6 years 5 ml (100 mg) 3 to 4 doses/day; 6 years – 12 years 10 ml (200 mg) 3 to 4 doses/day. Administration to children under 6 months of age should only be prescribed by a doctor. Adults: Although other dosage forms of Ibuprofen are generally used for adults, when there is difficulty in swallowing, Ibuprofen Algik can be administered at a dose of 3 measuring spoons (300 mg), 4 times a day. Ibuprofen Algik should be taken after meals. Do not take for more than 3 days without consulting a doctor.

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to the active substance(s) or to any of the excipients. Patients with a history of asthma, rhinitis, urticaria, angioneurotic edema or bronchospasm associated with the use of acetylsalicylic acid or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Patients with active or recurrent peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal bleeding or other active bleeding such as cerebrovascular or ulcerative colitis. History of gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation related to previous NSAID therapy. Peptic ulcer/active bleeding or history of peptic ulcer/recurrent bleeding (two or more distinct episodes of ulceration or proven bleeding). Patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment. Patients with clotting disorders. During the last trimester of pregnancy. Severe heart failure (NY Heart Association class IV)

If in doubt or if symptoms persist, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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