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Ibuprofen + Paracetamol 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol safe for pregnant women?
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ibuprofen + Paracetamol again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol safe during breastfeeding?
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ibuprofen + Paracetamol, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol.
What is the effect of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol on the Kidneys?
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol on the Liver?
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol on the heart have been reported.
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol 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 Ibuprofen + Paracetamol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ibuprofen + Paracetamol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ibuprofen + Paracetamol
You can take Ibuprofen + Paracetamol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ibuprofen + Paracetamol
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ibuprofen + Paracetamol with alcohol will be.
During pain caused due to an injury, the brain releases a chemical known as prostaglandins. This chemical is also often responsible for causing fever, swelling or inflammation. Ibuprofen blocks the synthesis of this chemical and exerts its action.
Yes, Ibuprofen + Paracetamol can cause bleeding problems, ulcers, and perforation in stomach and intestine. These complications might develop during any phase of the treatment without warning symptoms. The risk may be aggravated for people who consume NSAIDs for a long period of time, who are elderly, who have poor health and who drink alcohol while taking Ibuprofen + Paracetamol. It is important that you talk to your doctor if you ever had ulcers or any kind of bleeding disorders. Talk to your doctor immediately if you start developing symptoms like vomiting with blood, bloody stools, heartburn, and stomach pain
No, Ibuprofen + Paracetamol does not contain any sulfa moeity. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol should be taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Longterm use is associated with various adverse effects like stomach upset, kidney damage, heart problems, etc., therefore, stop the usage if you experience any adverse effect.
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is available in the form of a tablet, chewable tablet, suspension and drops, and syrup. Prescription Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is taken every 4 to 6 hours for arthritis and pain. Adults and children older than 12 years may take non-prescription Ibuprofen + Paracetamol every 4 to 6 hours. Children and infants may be given Ibuprofen + Paracetamol every 6 to 8 hours. It is important to take Ibuprofen + Paracetamol with food or milk so as to prevent stomach upset. If you are taking Ibuprofen + Paracetamol every day, remember to take it at the same time. Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is also available in combination with other drugs for treating cold and cough. If you have prescribed a combination containing Ibuprofen + Paracetamol, do not take any non-prescription drug containing Ibuprofen + Paracetamol as it might cause overdosage. Shake the drops and suspensions well before use.
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