Motrin

Motrin General Information

Generic Name: ibuprofen

Brand Name: Advil; Genpril; ibu-200; Midol; Motrin; Nuprin

Motrin is a drug that is termed as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It works on the principle of reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Its basic use is to reduce fever and treat pain and inflammation due to headache, toothache, back pain, menstrual cramps, and arthritis.

Motrin may be used for purposes other than what is listed here.

Motrin Uses

Use of Motrin may increase the risk of life threatening heart or circulation problems, including heart attack or stroke. This medication should not be used before or after heart bypass surgery. This medication has serious effects on the stomach and intestines. These gastrointestinal conditions can occur without warning and at any time while in this medication. Senior people have more risks of these gastrointestinal side effects. If any one is allergic to ibuprofen, he or she should not take this medication.. Before taking this medication, the doctor should be told if the person is allergic to any drugs or if he has the historyof heart attack ; heart disease; stomach ulcers; asthma;polyps in the nose; liver or kidney disease; blood clotting disorder. If any of the conditions above is present- there is a need for a change of doses or special tests for safe use of drugs:

How Take Motrin

Motrin to be taken the way it is directed on the label or it hasbeen prescribed by the doctor. Using it for longer period than what has been recommendedor taking overdose of Motrin is dangerous and can damage the stomach and intestine. The maximum amount of Motrin for adults is 800 milligrams per dose or 3200 milligram per day(maximum 4 doses). One should aim at using the smallest quantity of Motrin needed to get relief from pain etcetera. It is better to take Motrin with food or milk to reduce stomach upset. Shake the liquid oral suspension and then measuring the same with a market measuring spoon is important and should be done carefully. However, the ibuprofen chewable tabletmust be chewed before it is swallowed duly.In case Matrin is used for a long period, the doctor may regularly check the patient to make sure this medication is not causing harmful results. Do not miss any scheduled engagements with the doctor, should be the order of the day.

Motrin Warnings

This medication can increase the risk of life threatening heart or circulation problems. The risk will be increased longer Matrin is used. This medication to be avoided before or after bypass surgery. Motrin increases the risk of serious damage tostomach or intestine. These gastrointestinal side effects are dangerous and can happen without warning to become fatal. Elderly people are more prone to these side effects. In case of symptoms of bleeding in stomach and intestine, the doctor should be called at once. Alcohol should be strictly avoided while taking Motrin since it will enhance stomach bleeding further. One should not take this medication, if he is allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs'.

Motrin Missed Dose

Motrin is not taken regularly and normally there is no dosing schedule. However, if anybody is taking it regularly, then take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If the next dose time has already arrived, then skip the missed dose and take the next schedule dose. But, do not take extra compensatory dose under any circumstances.

Motrin Side Effects

Getting emergency medical help should be of prime concern, in case of the following allergic reactions:breathing difficulty, hive, swelling of lips, tongue, face, or throat. However, medication should be stopped and the Doctor should be called at once if these serious side effects are observed:

Chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness
Black and bloody stools
Severe migraine headache
Nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools
Swelling or rapid weight gain
Less urination than usual
jaundice

There may be less serious side effects like mild heartburn, diarrhea, bloating, stomach upset, skin itching, dizziness.

However, this is not a complete list of side effects and there may be others that may occur.

Motrin Storage Advice

Motrin to be stored in room temperature away from moisture and heat but should not be freezed

Motrin Overdose

Seek medical attention if it is felt that too much of the medicine has been taken. Symptoms of Motrin overdose are the following: black and bloody stool, coughing of blood, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, drowsiness, shallow breathing, fainting, or coma.

Motrin More Information

ibuprofen is available as prescription or over-the-counter drug in many generic formulations and brand names. The pharmacist may be asked any questions about Motrin and the medication in particular.Any One must take additional care to keep the medicines out of reach from children, never share the medicine with others and use the medication only for the indication prescribed.