Ibupain Forte 200 mg Capsules
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 29 September 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Relief of mild to moderate pain of inflammatory origin with or without fever.
Dosage (summary)
1 to 2 capsules every 6 hours, max 8 capsules in 24 hours; limit treatment to 5 days.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: 4-6 hours for pain, 6-8 hours for fever.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy (2nd/3rd trimester) and breastfeeding due to risks of renal dysfunction and opioid toxicity.
Key Drug Interactions
- MAOIs
- Anticoagulants
- Other NSAIDs
- CNS depressants
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Acute respiratory depression
- Severe hepatic failure
- Severe renal failure
- Active peptic ulcer
- History of gastrointestinal bleeding
- Uncontrolled asthma
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
Counselling Points
- Do not exceed recommended dose
- Monitor for signs of gastrointestinal bleeding
- Avoid alcohol
- Inform about opioid risks
Serious warnings
- Risk of overdose leading to severe liver damage
- Potential for opioid dependence
- Gastrointestinal perforation risk
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