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 doc...