Ibuprofen Flashcards
1
Q
What is ibuprofen used for
A
Everyday pain killer
2
Q
What is the dosage of ibuprofen
A
2x 200mg tablets and capsules up to 3x a day
3
Q
When is it not safe to sell ibuprofen
A
Not anyone younger than 17
If you have sneezing or wheezing after taking aspirin
If you have stomach ulcers
If you have hypertension
Mild heart failure or stroke
Asthma or hayfever
4
Q
Counselling points for ibuprofen
A
Have it with food
5
Q
Side effects of ibuprofen
A
Feeling sick
Tired
Sleepy
Indigestion
Dizziness
6
Q
Interactions of ibuprofen
A
Blood thinners
Anti inflammatory painkillers e.g aspirin
Antibiotics
Antidepressants
Diabetes medication
