Formulary Monographs [IBUPROFEN, 28080492]
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IBUPROFEN
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OTHER NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS
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Mild to moderate pain. Alternative to aspirin or indomethacin, with
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G.I. irritation; allergic disorders (as for aspirin) but less frequent. May administer with meals or milk if G.I. upset occurs. C.f. prescribing in liver and renal disease p. 14; 31.
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Adult: 400mg 3-4 times daily. Do not exceed 2400mg total daily dose. Pediatric: 4-10mg/kg every 6-8 hours to a maximum of 40mg/kg/day. See BDS supply protocols pg. 5.
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Avoid unless the potential benefit outweighs the risk.
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Ibuprofen is distributed in breastmilk. Use with caution in lactating women.
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