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Ibupal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. Other than this, Ibupal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Ibupal is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ibupal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ibupal are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ibupal has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ibupal related warnings talks about Ibupal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ibupal is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, Bleeding, Stomach Infection are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ibupal contraindications section.
Additionally, Ibupal may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ibupal is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ibupal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Ibupal safe for pregnant women?
Ibupal can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ibupal right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ibupal safe during breastfeeding?
Ibupal may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ibupal on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Ibupal. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ibupal on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ibupal. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ibupal only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ibupal on the Heart?
Use of Ibupal may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Ibupal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ibupal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ibupal habit forming or addictive?
Ibupal is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ibupal will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ibupal only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ibupal is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ibupal
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ibupal, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ibupal
Taking Ibupal with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Ibupal is not a muscle relaxant. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with aches, sprains, and strains.
Ibupal is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used for the treatment of tenderness, swelling, stiffness, and pain associated with osteoarthritis in which there is a breakdown of the lining of the joints, and rheumatoid arthritis in which there is swelling of the lining of the joints. It is also used for alleviation of the menstrual pain, before and during the menstrual cycle. It is also used to relieve fever and pain associated with a headache, minor aches, sprains, common cold, toothache, and backache. It also shows the antiplatelet effect which means it prevents the formation of blood clots. Ibupal is used for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (a chronic skin disease causing scaling and swelling), gouty arthritis (which develops from the built up of some chemical in the joints) and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis that affects the spine).
Yes, it is safe to use the Ibupal for as long as it is prescribed by a doctor. However, in some people it may cause some adverse reactions in which case, they should immediately speak to their doctor.
Ibupal is available in the form of a tablet, chewable tablet, suspension and drops, and syrup. Prescription Ibupal is taken every 4 to 6 hours for arthritis and pain. Adults and children older than 12 years may take non-prescription Ibupal every 4 to 6 hours. Children and infants may be given Ibupal every 6 to 8 hours. It is important to take Ibupal with food or milk so as to prevent stomach upset. If you are taking Ibupal every day, remember to take it at the same time. Ibupal is also available in combination with other drugs for treating cold and cough. If you have prescribed a combination containing Ibupal, do not take any non-prescription drug containing Ibupal as it might cause overdosage. Shake the drops and suspensions well before use.
Yes, Ibupal is suitable for the treatment of a migraine as it leads to pain alleviation. Several studies have also documented the efficacy of Ibupal in migraine pain. However, if you don't get a relief from Ibupal, please talk to your doctor immediately to prescribe your other options.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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