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Flashcards in Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Deck (8)
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1
Q

Ibuprofen Class

A

NSAID

2
Q

Ibuprofen Description

A
Anti-inflammatory
Prostaglandin inhibitor (reduces muscle soreness/pain)
3
Q

Ibuprofen Indications

A

Mild to moderate pain

Fever

4
Q

Ibuprofen Contraindications

A

Hypersensitivity

Patients taking other NSAIDs

5
Q

Ibuprofen Precautions

A

GI bleeding

Upset Stomach

6
Q

Ibuprofen Side Effects

A

Heartburn
Nausea & Vomiting
Wheezing

7
Q

Adult Dosage

A

400-800 mg PO

8
Q

Ped Dosage

A

10 mg/kg PO

Don’t use if age ≤6 months