Motrin Pain Killers
Generic Motrin (ibuprofen) is used to reduce the fever, pain, inflammation, and stiffness caused by many conditions, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and abdominal cramps associated with menstruation.
Motrin (ibuprofen) is used for relief of symptoms of arthritis, primary dysmenorrhea, fever, and as an analgesic, especially where there is an inflammatory component. Ibuprofen is known to have an antiplatelet (blood-thinning) effect, though it is relatively mild and short-lived when compared to that of aspirin or other more well-known antiplatelet drugs.
Motrin Side Effects
Motrin side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
- Signs of bleeding
- bruising
- pinpoint red spots on the skin
- black tarry stools
- blood in the urine
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- signs of an allergic reaction
- difficulty breathing or wheezing
- skin rash
- redness
- blistering or peeling skin
- hives, or itching
- swelling of eyelids, throat, lips
- blurred vision
- change in the amount of urine passed
- difficulty swallowing
- severe heartburn or burning, pain in throat
- pain or difficulty passing urine
- stomach pain or cramps
- swelling of feet or ankles
- vomiting blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
Motrin Dosage
Take Motrin (ibuprofen) tablets or caplets by mouth. Follow the directions on the label. In an upright or sitting position, swallow Motrin tablets whole with a full glass of water. Taking a sip of water first, before taking the Motrin tablets, may help you swallow them. If possible take bedtime doses at least 10 minutes before lying down. Motrin (ibuprofen) may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
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