Ibuprofen

Question 1

Ibuprofen Mechanism of action

Answer 1

Non steroidal anti inflammatory predominantly for treating pain

Causes reduction in inflammation pain and and fever

Question 2

Ibuprofen Indicated for

Answer 2

Mild to moderate pain usually with paracetamol

Administered in addition to other measures for severe pain when transport is long.

Question 3

Ibuprofen Contraindications

Answer 3

Known severe allergy

3rd trimester

Question 4

Ibuprofen Cautions

Answer 4

Already taken within last 4 hours

Abdominal pain if very unwell OR vomiting

Age greater than 75 years if I’ll, dehydrated or infection

Shock

Known renal impairment

Known bleeding disorder

Significant bleed

Taking warfarin

Pregnancy

Known worsening of bronchospasm with NSAID’s

Question 5

Ibuprofen Dosage

Answer 5

400mg for adult 80kg or less (2 tablets)

600mg for adult greater than 80kg (3 tablets)

Question 6

Ibuprofen common adverse effects

Answer 6

Renal impairment

Increased bleeding

Possible gastrointestinal issues with chronic administration

Question 7

Ibuprofen onset of effect

Answer 7

30 - 60 minutes

Question 8

Ibuprofen duration of effect

Answer 8

4 - 6 hours

Question 9

Ibuprofen usual preparation

Answer 9

200mg tablets