Bugesic



 
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Bugesic - Basic Information

 

Indication of Bugesic:

Ibuprofen is used for pain relief in the following conditions: HeadacheMinor aches and pains associated with the common coldDental painPeriod painArthritisAcute and chronic pain due to inflammationIbuprofen also reduces fever

Action of Bugesic:

Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs relieve pain and inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, which have an important involvement in the production of inflammation, pain and fever in the body.

Dose Advice of Bugesic:

The initial recommended dose of Ibuprofen is 400 mg 200-400 mg may be given every four hours if requiredThe maximum recommended dose is 1200 mg per day

Schedule of Bugesic:

S2

Common side effects of Bugesic:

NauseaHeartburnStomach ulcersDiarrhoeaHeadacheDizzinessSalt and fluid retentionHigh blood pressureConstipationFlatulenceLoss of appetiteStomach cramps

Uncommon side effects of Bugesic:

High potassium levelsKidney function impairmentConfusionAsthmaRashUlceration of the oesophagusHeart failure

Diseases treated by Bugesic:

Herniated nucleus pulposus (slipped disc; Lumbar radiculopathy; Cervical radiculopathy; Herniated intervertebral disc; Prolapsed intervertebral disc; Ruptured disc)

Treatments associated with Bugesic:

NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) (NSAIDs (Selective and Non-Selective COX Inhibitors))


GN: Ibuprofen

Con: Common Cold

Cla: NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)