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According to Drugs.com, “Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.” This includes conditions such as headaches, painful menstrual periods, toothaches, back pain, dental pain, migraines, arthritis and any minor injuries. Ibuprofen is also used to treat and reduce fever as well and is typically administered to individuals, both adults and children ages 6 months and older. Ibuprofen has been recognized by scientists and medical practitioners to be one of the safest over the counter medications available; however, many studies completed have discussed concerns about long term use as well as risks the drug poses on individuals. This research …show more content…
In 2009, Ibuprofen was approved in the United States to be distributed as an injectable under the name of Caldolor. It is recommended OTC at no more than 1,200 mg per day (200-400 mg, 3 or 4 times a day, if needed) and prescribed at 3,200 mg per day (800 mg, 4 times a day) for adults. The dosage for a child is typically based on the age and weight of the child and consultation with the child’s doctor is recommended as well. Additionally, Ibuprofen is suggested to be taken with food or milk in order to not have adverse reactions with the stomach. It is also available as a generic medication and the wholesale cost of it is typically between 0.01 and 0.04 dollars per …show more content…
The properties of the effects of Ibuprofen in children have been proven to be similar to adults with little variation; however, it is very important to take into consideration the child’s age and weight when providing this drug to children. If taken appropriately and with consent of the doctor, it will be very effective with little to no side effects. The administration of Ibuprofen to children under the age of 2 is to be solely at the discretion of the child’s physician. With infants, children are typically given the drug in liquid form and dosage is provided by a dropper. It was also noted in several studies that when children were administered the drug thru the renal area, the drug was absorbed very fast and did not remain in a child’s body as long as if he were to have ingested
According to Drugs.com, “Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.” This includes conditions such as headaches, painful menstrual periods, toothaches, back pain, dental pain, migraines, arthritis and any minor injuries. Ibuprofen is also used to treat and reduce fever as well and is typically administered to individuals, both adults and children ages 6 months and older. Ibuprofen has been recognized by scientists and medical practitioners to be one of the safest over the counter medications available; however, many studies completed have discussed concerns about long term use as well as risks the drug poses on individuals. This research …show more content…
In 2009, Ibuprofen was approved in the United States to be distributed as an injectable under the name of Caldolor. It is recommended OTC at no more than 1,200 mg per day (200-400 mg, 3 or 4 times a day, if needed) and prescribed at 3,200 mg per day (800 mg, 4 times a day) for adults. The dosage for a child is typically based on the age and weight of the child and consultation with the child’s doctor is recommended as well. Additionally, Ibuprofen is suggested to be taken with food or milk in order to not have adverse reactions with the stomach. It is also available as a generic medication and the wholesale cost of it is typically between 0.01 and 0.04 dollars per …show more content…
The properties of the effects of Ibuprofen in children have been proven to be similar to adults with little variation; however, it is very important to take into consideration the child’s age and weight when providing this drug to children. If taken appropriately and with consent of the doctor, it will be very effective with little to no side effects. The administration of Ibuprofen to children under the age of 2 is to be solely at the discretion of the child’s physician. With infants, children are typically given the drug in liquid form and dosage is provided by a dropper. It was also noted in several studies that when children were administered the drug thru the renal area, the drug was absorbed very fast and did not remain in a child’s body as long as if he were to have ingested