How does it work?

Ibuprofen lysine belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). The lysine salt of ibuprofen is more water-soluble than ibuprofen itself and it is said to pass into the blood more quickly. The medicine breaks down to ibuprofen and lysine. The lysine component has no action of its own. It works by blocking the production of chemicals called prostaglandins which the body produces in response to injury or certain diseases. Prostaglandins are responsible for causing swelling, pain and inflammation. All the medicines in this group reduce pain, inflammation and fever caused by the body's own immune system. This preparation is therefore useful in providing relief in individuals with muscle and joint pain, nerve pain, backache, migraines, headaches, tooth ache, period pain, fever and cold and flu symptoms.

What is it used for?

Abdominal pain associated with menstrual periods

Fever (pyrexia)

Mild to moderate pain

Toothache

Warning!

If symptoms persist for more than three days consult your doctor.

Seek medical advice if pain or fever worsens, or new symptoms occur.

Use with caution in

Asthma

History of asthma

Significantly decreased kidney function

Not to be used in

Active stomach or intestinal ulcer

Allergy to aspirin or other medicines in this class

Children under 12 years of age

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

This medicine should not be used by breastfeeding mothers. Discuss this with your doctor.

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy as it may be harmful to the unborn baby. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Headache

Rash

Diarrhoea

Difficulty in sleeping (insomnia)

Nausea

Fatigue

Blood disorders

Visual disturbances

Allergic reaction to active ingredient

Indigestion (dyspepsia)

Hearing distubances

Dizziness

Inflammation of the lining of the nose (rhinitis) causing a blocked or runny nose

Bleeding from the stomach or intestine

Gastric disturbances including nausea, vomiting, gastric discomfort, constipation, diarrhoea

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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