Ibuprofen + Paracetamol
Uses of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol helps reduce inflammation and fever as well as relieves pain sensation.
How Ibuprofen + Paracetamol Works
Paracetamol acts on pain receptors in the brain therefore reduces pain. The NSAIDs reduce inflammation and relieves pain.
Side Effects of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol
Nausea, Vomiting, Loss Of Appetite, Headache, Heartburn
Warnings
Kidney High Risk
Use of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol Safe
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Ibuprofen + Paracetamol. Taking Ibuprofen + Paracetamol with alcohol has no known interactions.
Pregnancy Not Safe
It is not recommended to use Ibuprofen + Paracetamol during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before use.
Driving Generally Safe
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol should not affect alertness or driving ability.
Liver Use With Care
Use of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol is not recommended in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ibuprofen + Paracetamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation Limited Data
In limited studies, Ibuprofen + Paracetamol appears in the breast milk in very low concentrations and is unlikely to affect the breast-fed infant adversely.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
