Generic Motrin [Ibuprofen] Information
Generic Motrin (Ibuprofen) tablets are used for relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Take this medicine for the relief of mild to moderate pain. Your doctor may prescribe Ibuprofen - generic Motrin for the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea.
How is Generic Motrin Taken?
Do not exceed 3200 mg total daily dose. If you experience gastrointestinal toxicity, take generic Motrin - Ibuprofen tablets with meals or milk.
Generic Motrin Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Generic Motrin Possible Side Effects
The most frequent type of adverse reaction you may experience with generic Motrin - Ibuprofen pills is gastrointestinal. Blurred and/or diminished vision, scotomata, and/or changes in color vision have also been reported.
Generic Motrin Storage
Store at controlled room temperature 20 to 25 degrees C (68 to 77 degrees F).
Generic Motrin Drug Class and Mechanism
Ibuprofen belongs to a class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Other members of this class include naproxen (Aleve), indomethacin (Indocin), nabumetone (Relafen) and several others. These drugs are used for the management of mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation. Prostaglandins are chemicals that are made by the body and are responsible for causing pain, fever and inflammation. Ibuprofen - Generic Motrin blocks the enzyme that makes prostaglandins (cyclooxygenase), resulting in lower levels of prostaglandins. As a consequence, inflammation, pain and fever are reduced. The FDA approved ibuprofen in 1974.
