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Ibugesic 100 MG Syrup
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Ibugesic 100 MG Syrup

Manufactured byCipla Ltd.
ContainsIbuprofen
Description
Ibugesic 100 MG Syrup is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine, which is used to relieve fever, flu symptoms and mild to moderate pain conditions like sore throat, teething pain, toothache, headache, sprains, rheumatic and muscular pain.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ibugesic 100 MG Syrup

  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Heartburn
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Constipation
  • Decreased urine output
  • Yellow colored eyes or skin
  • Skin rash
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Nervousness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Running Nose
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Depression
  • Confusion
  • Impaired vision
  • Drowsiness
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Jaundice

Uses of Ibugesic 100 MG Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

  • Mild to Moderate fever and pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 6 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as severe gastrointestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, rashes, nausea, joint pain, fever, etc. Avoid performing activities that need high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if alcohol and this medicine are used together.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendencies were reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ibuprofen, other NSAIDs, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Asthma

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of NSAID-induced asthma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)

This medicine is not recommended for use before, during, or after a coronary artery bypass graft surgery due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.

Gastro-intestinal bleeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with peptic ulcer disease or any gastrointestinal bleeding disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe impairment of liver or kidney function due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Gastro-intestinal bleeding

This medicine may cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation after prolonged usage. These adverse events may occur with or without warning symptoms. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Kidney/Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney/liver disease due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of kidney/liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Hypertension

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with hypertension (increased blood pressure) due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Elderly population

This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly population above 65 years of age, due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. These patients should be started at lower doses to check for tolerance. Close monitoring of renal and liver function may be necessary for such patients based on the clinical condition.

Hyperkalemia

This medicine may increase serum potassium concentration in some patients. Potassium levels should be checked in patients receiving this medicine Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Heart disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects on the heart, especially after prolonged use. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Driving or operating machinery

Use of this medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Skin rash

This medicine may cause fatal skin allergies without any warnings in some patients. Signs and symptoms such as rashes, hives, fever, or other allergic symptoms should be reported to the doctor without any delay. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Missed Dose

Take/Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious side effects such as severe gastrointestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, rashes, nausea, joint pain, fever, etc. Avoid performing activities that need high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if alcohol and this medicine are used together.
Interaction with Medicine

Methotrexate

Leflunomide

Corticosteroids

Aspirin

Antihypertensives

Anticoagulants

Disease interactions

Fluid Retention and edema

This medicine may cause fluid retention and edema in some patients. Close monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels, and heart function may be required based on the clinical condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Anemia

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of anemia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Gastro-Intestinal toxicity

This medicine may cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation after prolonged usage. These adverse events may occur with or without warning symptoms. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take/Administer this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not administer in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. This medicine should be taken with food or immediately after food. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

To be taken after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
This medicine works by inhibiting the actions of certain chemical substances in the body that cause pain and swelling.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01050

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