Daily dose #2 Drug of the day : Ibuprofen

 

🌟 Drug of the Day: Ibuprofen

✍️ By Team PharmaEasyNotes

🔹 Introduction

Today’s Drug of the Day is Ibuprofen – a widely used pain reliever and anti-inflammatory medicine. From period pain to joint pain, this drug is a go-to remedy for millions worldwide.

🔹 General Information

• Drug Name: Ibuprofen

• Category: NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug)

• Available Forms: Tablet, Capsule, Syrup, Suspension, Topical Gel

🔹 Uses (Indications)

✅ Relieves Fever
✅ Effective for Headache, Migraine, Toothache
✅ Used in Menstrual Pain (Dysmenorrhea)
✅ Helps in Arthritis & Joint Pain
✅ Reduces Inflammation & Swelling

🔹 Mechanism of Action

Ibuprofen works by blocking COX enzymes (Cyclooxygenase-1 & 2) → this reduces prostaglandins, which are responsible for pain, fever, and inflammation.

🔹 Dosage (General)

• Adults: 200–400 mg every 6–8 hours (Max: 1200–2400 mg/day depending on case)

• Children: 10 mg/kg every 6–8 hours
  ⚠️ Always consult a doctor before long-term use.

🔹 Side Effects

❗ Common: Stomach pain, nausea, acidity
❗ Long-term/high dose: Ulcer, kidney issues, increased BP
❗ Rare: Allergic reaction, skin rash

🔹 Fun Fact 💡

👉 Ibuprofen was discovered in the 1960s by Dr. Stewart Adams, who first tested it on himself to cure a hangover headache!

📌 Summary Table

Feature	Details
Drug Name	Ibuprofen
Class	NSAID
Uses	Fever, Pain, Inflammation
Safe Dose (Adult)	Max 1200–2400 mg/day
Key Risk	Gastric ulcer, kidney damage

🔹 Final Words

Ibuprofen is a strong painkiller and anti-inflammatory agent. But remember – always take it after food to protect your stomach.

📢 This is part of our Daily Drug Learning Series. Tomorrow’s drug will be even more interesting, so don’t miss it!
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