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Ibuprofen 400 mg Tablets for Pain Relief
- Pharmacy pain relief for mild to moderate pain
- Helps relieve pain, inflammation and fever
- 400 mg ibuprofen tablets for short-term use
- Pharmacy Medicine following an online assessment
- For adults aged 18 years and over through the MyChemistPlus service
Experiencing short-term pain such as dental pain, headache, period pain or muscular pain? Complete our online assessment to see whether ibuprofen 400 mg is suitable for you.
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Product information: Ibuprofen 400 mg Tablets for Pain Relief
What is ibuprofen?
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for short-term relief of mild to moderate pain, inflammation and fever.
Ibuprofen for pain relief
Ibuprofen can be used for short-term relief of headaches and migraine pain, dental pain, muscular pain, backache, period pain, neuralgia, rheumatic pain and pain from minor arthritic conditions. It can also help reduce fever and relieve symptoms of colds and flu.
During the pharmacy assessment, we will ask about your symptoms, medical history, allergies and other medicines to check whether ibuprofen is appropriate for you.
How it works
Online consultation
Fill out a simple online form with no GP or pharmacy visits.
Clinical review
A UK-registered pharmacist reviews your details to decide the best treatment option for you.
Receive your prescription
If prescribed, you can get express delivery in discreet packaging right to your doorstep.
Delivery Information
Royal Mail Tracked 24
1–2 working days
£3.99
Royal Mail Special Delivery
Guaranteed next working day delivery
£8.95
Discreet Packaging
All orders are sent in plain, unmarked packaging with no indication of the contents. Your privacy is our priority.
Side Effects
Ibuprofen can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. These may include indigestion, stomach pain or discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation, headache, dizziness and skin rash.
Stop taking ibuprofen and seek urgent medical advice if you develop difficulty breathing or swelling of the face or throat, vomit blood, pass black stools, develop severe stomach pain or have a severe skin reaction. Read the supplied leaflet for the full list of side effects.
Frequently asked questions about Ibuprofen 400 mg Tablets for Pain Relief
It is used for short-term relief of mild to moderate pain, inflammation and fever. Uses include headache and migraine, dental pain, muscular pain, backache, period pain and neuralgia.
Take one tablet when required, up to three times a day. Leave at least four hours between doses and do not take more than three tablets in 24 hours.
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, preferably with or after food. Follow the directions supplied with your medicine.
This medicine is intended for short-term use. MyChemistPlus advises seeking further medical advice if pain does not improve within 3 days or worsens. The product information also states that adults should not use it for more than 10 days unless advised by a doctor.
Adults can generally take ibuprofen and paracetamol together if both medicines are suitable for them. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure.
No, unless a healthcare professional specifically advises you to. Taking ibuprofen with another NSAID can increase the risk of side effects.
No. Ibuprofen should not be taken if you have or have had a stomach ulcer, perforation or gastrointestinal bleeding related to NSAID treatment.
Tell the pharmacist if you have asthma. Ibuprofen may not be suitable if aspirin or another NSAID has previously caused asthma, wheezing, a runny nose or an allergic reaction.
Tell the pharmacist if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breastfeeding. Ibuprofen should generally be avoided during pregnancy unless advised by a healthcare professional and must not be used during the last 3 months of pregnancy.
Tell the pharmacist if you are breastfeeding. Ibuprofen is generally considered one of the preferred NSAIDs when an NSAID is needed during breastfeeding.
Avoid drinking a lot of alcohol while taking ibuprofen because it can increase the risk of side effects and stomach irritation.
Ibuprofen is a Pharmacy Medicine and is not suitable for everyone. The assessment helps check your symptoms, medical history, allergies and other medicines before supply.
Seek medical advice if your pain gets worse, does not improve with appropriate short-term treatment, or is associated with other concerning symptoms. Seek urgent help for signs of a serious allergic reaction, stomach bleeding or another serious side effect.
Patient information leaflet
Please click the link below for the product information leaflet:
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General Pharmaceutical Council
My Chemist Plus is registered and regulated by the GPhC, who are the official body that regulates and inspects all pharmacies in the UK. They are responsible to ensure we provide the highest standards in care.
LegitScript certification
My Chemist Plus is certified by Legit Script, who monitors online pharmacies to evaluate compliance, adherence and licensing to regulation.
References
eMC: Ibuprofen 400mg Tablets, SmPC – product 13541
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/13541/smpc
eMC: Ibuprofen 400mg Tablets, PIL – product 13541
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/13541/pil
NHS: Ibuprofen for adults
https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/ibuprofen-for-adults/
NHS: NSAIDs
https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/nsaids/
NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service: Using NSAIDs during breastfeeding
https://www.sps.nhs.uk/articles/using-nsaids-during-breastfeeding/
NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service: Pain treatment during pregnancy
https://www.sps.nhs.uk/articles/pain-treatment-during-pregnancy/