Ibuped

Ibuped 100mg Suspension from Alliance Pharmaceuticals offers quick relief for pain, fever, and swelling in children and adults across Pakistan, available in 60ml bottles at affordable rates like Rs. 16 per pack. As a DRAP-registered NSAID formulation, it targets mild to moderate discomfort from conditions like arthritis or menstrual cramps, commonly recommended by pediatricians like Dr. Fatima Rehman in Lahore clinics for its liquid ease in young patients.

Generic

Ibuprofen (100mg per 5ml)

Therapeutic Class

Pain, Menstrual Pain, Inflammation, Anti-rheumatic (Systemic NSAID)

Composition

Each 5ml of Ibuped Suspension contains Ibuprofen 100mg.

Description

Ibuped Suspension is a liquid formulation of ibuprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes to reduce prostaglandin production, thereby alleviating pain, fever, and inflammation.

How It Functions

Ibuprofen blocks COX-1 and COX-2 pathways, decreasing inflammatory mediators and providing analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory effects. In Pakistan’s context with high rheumatic disease prevalence, per PMDC guidelines, the suspension form suits pediatric and geriatric use for rapid absorption without GI irritation risks minimized by dosing with food.

Primary Uses

• Pain relief for headaches, migraines, muscle aches, and soft tissue injuries.
• Menstrual pain and cramps.
• Inflammation reduction in arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis.
• Fever control and swelling from infections or injuries.

Common Applications (Indications)

Ibuped provides relief from mild to severe pain, reduces fever and swelling; used for headaches, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and fever symptoms.

Dosage Form

Oral suspension (100mg/5ml, 60ml bottle); shake well before use, measure with provided syringe.

Dosage

Dose by age/weight: Children 3 months+ (over 5kg): 5-10mg/kg every 6-8 hours; max 40mg/kg/day. Adults: 200-400mg every 6-8 hours. Consult doctor for exacts.

Potential Side Effects

Common: Stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, headache. Serious: GI bleeding, skin rash, low platelets, rare aseptic meningitis. Consult if symptoms arise.

Key Warnings and Precautions

• Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out; avoid in third trimester.
• Lactation: Consult doctor.
• Alcohol: Avoid to prevent GI bleeding.
• Monitor renal/GI function; ECG pre-use in heart risks.
• Caution in infections, hypoxemia; watch lung pressure in neonates.
• May cause drowsiness—avoid driving.
• Not for under 3 months or <5kg children.

When It’s Not Suitable (Contraindications)

Avoid if:

• Hypersensitivity to ibuprofen, aspirin, or NSAIDs.
• Active bleeding, severe kidney impairment.
• GI disorders, life-threatening infections.
• Thrombocytopenia, coagulation issues.
• Necrotizing enterocolitis, hyperbilirubinemia.
• Liver diseases, congenital heart diseases.

Drug Interactions

• Increases bleeding risk with anticoagulants, aspirin.
• Renal effects with diuretics, ACE inhibitors.
• GI irritation with steroids, alcohol.
• Monitor with other NSAIDs.

Food Interactions

Take with food/milk to reduce stomach upset; avoid alcohol.

In Case of Overdose

Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, GI bleed—seek ER for activated charcoal, supportive care.

Missed Dose

Take when remembered if not near next; do not double.

Storage and Disposal

Store at room temperature (18-25°C), away from light, moisture, children. Do not flush; pharmacy disposal for expired.

Quick Tips

• Shake well; use measuring device.
• With food to protect stomach.
• Monitor for allergic reactions.
• Regular BP/kidney checks in long-term use.

Doctor Review

Pediatricians like Dr. Fatima Rehman at Children’s Hospital Lahore prescribe Ibuped for juvenile arthritis and fever, appreciating its suspension for kids but cautioning GI monitoring and short-term use amid Pakistan’s infection burdens.

Laboratory Screening

• Renal function (creatinine), liver enzymes periodically.
• CBC for platelets.
• ECG in cardiac risks.

FAQs

What is Ibuped for?

Pain, inflammation, fever relief in arthritis, cramps, headaches.

Dosing?

Weight-based; doctor-guided, every 6-8 hours.

Safe in pregnancy?

Caution; consult provider.

Storage?

Room temp, dry, away from kids.

Side effects?

GI upset, rash; rare bleeding.

Contraindications?

NSAID allergy, bleeding disorders, severe organ issues.

Disclaimer: This is product information only, not a medical prescription or diagnosis. Consult a qualified Pakistani doctor before using Ibuped to ensure it’s safe. Seek immediate care for severe symptoms like bleeding or rash. Store at room temperature, away from light and moisture.