Ibuprofen as suppositories

Ibuprofen is also available in the form of suppositories in dosages of 60, 75, 125, 150, 200, 400, 600 and 1000 mg. It has the same effects and side effects as ibuprofen in tablet form and is subject to the same dosage schedule. It can therefore also be used for pain, inflammation and fever.

It is especially useful for children and people with swallowing difficulties, because conventional ibuprofen tablets are large and must not be crushed or otherwise processed, but should be swallowed whole. Of course, this is a challenge for children and can be simply impossible for people with swallowing problems. With the help of ibuprofen suppositories this obstacle can be avoided.

Ibuprofen Ointment

Ibuprofen gel is usually prepared at a concentration of 50 mg ibuprofen per gram of gel. It is intended for external use on the skin. Since the human skin is a distinct barrier, the amount of active ingredient must be correspondingly high.

In fact, only a small proportion of the 50 mg gets into the body.It must therefore never be applied to or taken on mucous membranes, as this can lead to an overdose. Ibuprofen gel helps with joint, back and muscle pain. When applied to inflammatory joints, it has an anti-inflammatory and cooling effect.

Side effects

Allergic reactions: Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract: Bronchial asthmaLiver damageKidney damage: Extensive information about the side effects of Ibuprofen can be found at Side effects of Ibuprofen

Skin rash (redness, itching)
Blood pressure drop
Shock
All NSAR ́s must never be taken on an empty stomach. If the patient’s medical history includes a stomach or intestinal ulcer, the doctor should carefully weigh up the dosage. In addition, a stomach protection preparation should be prescribed (e.g. Omeprazole, Pantoprazole/Pantozol®).
Especially in combination the risk of bleeding increases considerably
Ibuprofen often causes inflammation of the stomach lining.
The inflammation of the gastric mucosa is caused by the direct absorption of the NSAID ́s via the stomach. However, uptake in the form of a suppository can also trigger gastritis via the bloodstream. However, the risk is lower in this case.
Continuous intake of ibuprofen can lead to liver and kidney damage, in case of existing liver or kidney diseases the use of NSAIDs ́s must be carefully checked. In case of continuous intake, the liver and kidney values should be checked at regular intervals.