{"product_id":"ibuprofen-400mg-tablets","title":"Ibuprofen 400mg Tablets","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIbuprofen 400mg tablets\u003c\/b\u003e are a standard strength of a common \u003cb\u003eNon-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)\u003c\/b\u003e used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. In many regions, the 400mg strength is available over-the-counter (OTC), while in others, it may require a prescription depending on local healthcare regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Medical Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePain Relief\u003c\/b\u003e: Alleviates mild to moderate pain from headaches, toothaches, backaches, and muscle strains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eInflammation Reduction\u003c\/b\u003e: Reduces swelling and joint stiffness caused by conditions like arthritis or minor injuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod Pain\u003c\/b\u003e: Provides targeted relief for menstrual cramps and associated discomfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFever Reduction\u003c\/b\u003e: Lowers high body temperatures caused by colds, flu, or other infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Administration Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosing Frequency\u003c\/b\u003e: The typical adult dose is one 400mg tablet taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Daily Limit\u003c\/b\u003e: Do not exceed \u003cb\u003e1200mg (3 tablets of 400mg) in a 24-hour period\u003c\/b\u003e unless explicitly instructed by a doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e: Always take ibuprofen with food, a snack, or a glass of milk to protect your stomach lining from irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eShort-Term Use\u003c\/b\u003e: Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary to control symptoms. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Safety Warning: Apixaban (Apixa Q) Interaction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is vital to know that \u003cb\u003eyou must not take Ibuprofen while taking an anticoagulant like Apixa Q\u003c\/b\u003e without direct medical approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSevere Bleeding Risk\u003c\/b\u003e: Both medications affect how your blood behaves. Combining an NSAID (Ibuprofen) with a blood thinner (Apixa Q) heavily increases your risk of dangerous internal bleeding, particularly gastrointestinal (stomach) bleeding and ulcers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafe Alternatives\u003c\/b\u003e: If you need pain relief while on Apixa Q, \u003cb\u003eparacetamol (acetaminophen)\u003c\/b\u003e is generally considered the safer first-line alternative, but you should verify this with your cardiologist or general practitioner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon and Serious Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon\u003c\/b\u003e: Nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, dizziness, or mild heartburn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSevere (Stop taking immediately)\u003c\/b\u003e: Black or tarry stools, coughing up blood, severe stomach pain, shortness of breath, or swelling in your ankles or feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"100's","offer_id":52292794122540,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true},{"title":"10's","offer_id":52292794155308,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/ibuprofen-400.jpg?v=1720692045","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.africa\/products\/ibuprofen-400mg-tablets","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}