Arthritis/rheumatic disorders:
Indications for: MOTRIN IB
Minor arthritic pain.
Adult Dosage:
200–400mg every 4–6 hrs; max 1.2g/24hrs.
Children Dosage:
Use suspension form.
MOTRIN IB Contraindications:
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
MOTRIN IB Warnings/Precautions:
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Dehydration. Reevaluate if pain worsens or lasts >10 days or fever persists or worsens >3 days. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
MOTRIN IB Classification:
NSAID (propionic acid deriv.).
MOTRIN IB Interactions:
Avoid aspirin or other pain relievers. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAID-containing products (eg, ibuprofen, naproxen, others), ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use. Caution with diuretics.
Adverse Reactions:
GI upset/bleed, rash, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, feel faint, slurred speech), allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.
How Supplied:
Gelcaps—24, 50, 100; Caplets—24, 50, 60, 100, 200; Tabs—24, 50, 100
Dysmenorrhea:
Indications for: MOTRIN IB
Dysmenorrhea.
Adult Dosage:
200–400mg every 4–6 hrs; max 1.2g/24hrs.
Children Dosage:
Not applicable.
MOTRIN IB Contraindications:
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
MOTRIN IB Warnings/Precautions:
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Dehydration. Reevaluate if pain worsens or lasts >10 days or fever persists or worsens >3 days. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
MOTRIN IB Classification:
NSAID (propionic acid deriv.).
MOTRIN IB Interactions:
Avoid aspirin or other pain relievers. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAID-containing products (eg, ibuprofen, naproxen, others), ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use. Caution with diuretics.
Adverse Reactions:
GI upset/bleed, rash, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, feel faint, slurred speech), allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.
How Supplied:
Gelcaps—24, 50, 100; Caplets—24, 50, 60, 100, 200; Tabs—24, 50, 100
Nonnarcotic analgesics:
Indications for: MOTRIN IB
Minor aches and pain. Fever.
Adult Dosage:
200–400mg every 4–6 hrs; max 1.2g/24hrs.
Children Dosage:
Use other forms.
MOTRIN IB Contraindications:
Aspirin allergy. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
MOTRIN IB Warnings/Precautions:
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Dehydration. Reevaluate if pain worsens or lasts >10 days or fever persists or worsens >3 days. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
MOTRIN IB Classification:
NSAID (propionic acid deriv.).
MOTRIN IB Interactions:
Avoid aspirin or other pain relievers. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAID-containing products (eg, ibuprofen, naproxen, others), ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use. Caution with diuretics.
Adverse Reactions:
GI upset/bleed, rash, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, feel faint, slurred speech), allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.
How Supplied:
Gelcaps—24, 50, 100; Caplets—24, 50, 60, 100, 200; Tabs—24, 50, 100
