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Ibuprofen 200mg - 48 Tablets

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Laura Henderson - Medical Content Writer
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Medical Content Writer
03/05/2022
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What are Ibuprofen tablets?

Ibuprofen tablets are a popular pain relief medication that can also help to reduce fever and inflammation. Ideal for those dealing with everyday aches and pains who are looking for a quick and easy solution.

 

What kinds of pain can ibuprofen be used for?

Ibuprofen can be used to ease many different kinds of pain, which is what makes it such a popular pain relief. Some of the most common reasons for using ibuprofen include:

  • Headaches
  • Migraine
  • Muscular pain
  • Rheumatic pain
  • Non-serious arthritic conditions
  • Backache
  • Period pain
  • Toothache
  • Neuralgia
  • Symptoms of cold and flu

 

How does this product relieve pain?

Ibuprofen contains 200mg of the active ingredient ibuprofen, which is a popular pain relief medication. Ibuprofen is a member of a group of pain relief medications known as NSAIDs, which stands for Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs. This means that ibuprofen won’t just relieve your pain, but it can help to reduce fever and inflammation too.

 

How to take these tablets

Swallow Ibuprofen whole with a glass of water, do not chew, crush, or suck on these tablets. Take this product with or after food. For more information about exactly how much ibuprofen is right for you to take, please read the patient information leaflet carefully.

 

Why do I have to answer questions to buy this product?

You do not need a prescription for Ibuprofen, however you will be asked to complete a short medical questionnaire by your Chemist-4-U pharmacist before we can take your order. This includes some simple questions that all pharmacies legally are required to ask before supplying this kind of product. This helps our pharmacy team to be sure that this product is the best choice for you.

 

When should Ibuprofen not be used?

Ibuprofen is not suitable for use by children under the age of 12. Do not take this product if you are allergic to any of the listed ingredients. Do not take Ibuprofen tablets if you:

  • Are within the last 3 months of pregnancy
  • Have an increased tendency to bleed
  • Have severe liver and kidney disease
  • Have severe heart failure or coronary heart disease
  • Have a stomach ulcer, duodenal ulcer, or have had one previously when taking ibuprofen or a similar product
  • Have experienced allergic reactions to ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory drugs
  • Are suffering from bleeding on the brain or other active bleesing
  • Are suffering from significant dehydration, e.g. caused by vomiting, diarrhoea, insufficient fluid intake

For more information about when Ibuprofen should not be used, please read the patient information leaflet carefully.

 

Does this product have any side effects?

Like all medicines Ibuprofen can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. These side effects include:

  • Headaches, lightheadedness
  • Gastrointestinal side effects, e.g. diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, flatulence, constipation, black stools, bleeding in the stomach and intestine, vomiting blood
  • Rash
  • Tiredness
  • Rhinitis, insomnia, anxiety
  • Visual disturbances, hearing impairment
  • Difficulty breathing, bronchial spasm, asthma
  • Mouth ulceration, stomach ulcer, ruptured stomach ulcer, inflammation of mucous membrane of stomach
  • Hepatitis, jaundice, abnormal liver function
  • Hives, itching, small bruises in skin and mucous membranes
  • Photosensitivity
  • Impaired kidney function
  • Drowsiness
  • Tingling sensation
  • Hearing loss
  • Anaemia
  • Non-bacterial meningitis
  • Allergic reaction
  • Depression, confusion
  • Impaired vision, dizziness
  • Liver damage and fluid retention in body
  • Changes in blood count including agranulocytosis
  • Tinnitus (ringing in ears) and vertigo
  • Inflammation of the pancreas, liver failure
  • Skin and mucous membrane changes, such as epidermal necrolysis
  • Exacerbation of Colitis and Crohn’s Disease
  • Cardiac failure
  • Myocardial infraction
  • Hypertension
  • A severe skin reaction known as DRESS syndrome, showing symptoms such as rash, swelling of lymph nodes, increase of eosinophils (a type of white blood cells).

If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product, stop use and speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist right away.

 

Important Information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist-4-U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.

Ibuprofen 200mg - 48 Tablets Reviews

By SMH,
August 08, 2023
Good price. good quality - works exactly the same as the well known brands
By Sarah,
May 23, 2023
Received earlier than expected and product was correct.
By Mr I Elliot,
March 28, 2023
Good product
By Alan Clarke,
February 07, 2023
Good medication in a higher amount boxes.
By waye hicks,
April 05, 2022
very good indeed

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