Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen relieves fever and reduces inflammation. Adults with fever should take a dose of 200 milligrams, every 4 to 6 hours. They can, if necessary, increase the dose to 400 milligrams. Patients shouldn’t take more than 1,200 mg per day. Ibuprofen may increase your risk of stroke or heart attack. Individuals with heart disease are at higher risk. This risk is higher in those who use this medication for long periods or at high doses.
Ibuprofen can increase the risk of stomach bleeding among seniors. Ask your doctor if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease or asthma. should not be combined with acetylsalicylic acids. Ibuprofen can cause headaches, nausea, heartburn or nervousness. Ringing in the ears is a side effect that some patients may experience. Ibuprofen can be taken with milk or food to help reduce the chance of stomach upset.
