Ibumax Lysin
Ibumax Lysin is a medicine that helps relieve pain and fever, like headaches, period pain, toothaches, and reduces fever. It belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
400 mg
Active Ingredient
Ibuprofen lysine
Manufacturer
Vitabalans Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Adults and children over 12 years (or 40 kg+): Take 1/2 to 1 tablet (200-400 mg) up to 3 times a day. Children 6-9 years (20-29 kg): Take 1/2 tablet (200 mg) up to 3 times a day. Children 10-11 years (30-39 kg): Take 1/2 tablet (200 mg) up to 4 times a day. Elderly do not need a dose change.
Method
Take by mouth. Swallow the tablets with a glass of water. If you have a sensitive stomach, it's best to take them with food. The tablet can be split in half.
Important
Do not take more than 3 tablets (1200 mg) in 24 hours. Wait at least 6 hours between doses. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Stomach problems like heartburn, stomach pain, feeling sick (nausea), throwing up (vomiting), gas, diarrhea, constipation, and slight blood loss from the stomach or gut, which can sometimes cause anemia (low iron).
RARE
- •Allergic reactions, including skin rash, itching, asthma attacks, sudden drop in blood pressure, or severe allergic shock. Chest pain, which could be a sign of a serious allergic reaction (Kounis syndrome).
- •Problems with your brain and nerves, such as headaches, dizziness, trouble sleeping, feeling restless, irritable, or tired. Symptoms like severe headache, nausea, vomiting, fever, stiff neck, or confusion (signs of meningitis), especially in people with certain immune diseases. Psychotic reactions and depression.
- •Vision problems. Ringing in the ears (tinnitus).
- •Stomach or intestinal ulcers that can bleed or burst. Sores in the mouth, worsening of bowel diseases like colitis or Crohn's disease, and stomach inflammation (gastritis). Inflammation of the esophagus and pancreas. Narrowing of the intestines.
- •Various skin rashes. Severe skin reactions like red rashes, blisters, peeling skin (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) and hair loss. Serious skin infections can happen with chickenpox. DRESS syndrome (rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, increased white blood cells). Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (red, scaly rash with bumps under the skin, blisters, fever). Skin becoming sensitive to light.
- •Kidney tissue damage (especially with long-term use) and increased uric acid in the blood. Less urine output and fluid buildup in the body (swelling), which can be signs of kidney disease or kidney failure. Nephrotic syndrome (fluid buildup, protein in urine); inflammatory kidney disease that might lead to sudden kidney failure.
- •Poor liver function, liver damage (especially with long-term use), liver failure, acute liver inflammation (hepatitis).
- •Problems with blood cell formation, agranulocytosis (infection with fever, severe weakness, or local infection signs like sore throat or painful urination).
- •Fast heartbeat (palpitations), heart failure, and heart attack. High blood pressure.
- •Worsening of infections related to inflammation.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to ibuprofen or any other ingredient, or if you have ever had allergic reactions like asthma, breathing problems, swelling, or hives after taking aspirin or other similar pain relievers (NSAIDs).
- Do not use if you have severe heart failure, or serious liver or kidney problems.
- Do not use if you are in the last three months of pregnancy. During the first six months, use only if your doctor says it's absolutely necessary. Long-term use from week 20 of pregnancy can cause kidney problems for the baby.
- Do not use if you have a history of stomach or intestinal bleeding or tears from previous NSAID use, or if you have or have had repeated stomach ulcers or bleeding.
- Do not use if you have bleeding in the brain or any other active bleeding.
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- Do not use if you are very dehydrated (due to throwing up, diarrhea, or not drinking enough fluids).
- Do not use if you have an unexplained problem with your blood cells.
- Do not give to children who weigh less than 20 kg or are under 6 years old.
- Stop taking this medicine right away and call a doctor or emergency services if you have signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, swelling of your face or throat, or chest pain.
- Stop taking this medicine and call a doctor right away if you notice signs of severe skin reactions (like red patches, blisters, peeling skin, fever, or flu-like symptoms).
- This medicine can hide signs of infection, like fever and pain, which might delay proper treatment. Do not use if you have chickenpox, as it can make the infection worse.
- To lower the risk of side effects, use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed. Do not take more than recommended or for a longer period.
- Avoid taking this medicine with other NSAIDs. Be careful if you are also taking blood thinners (like warfarin), aspirin, corticosteroids, or certain antidepressants (SSRIs), as these can increase the risk of stomach ulcers or bleeding.
- High doses may cause side effects like tiredness and dizziness. If you experience these, do not drive or use machines.
- Drinking alcohol while taking this medicine can increase side effects, especially in your stomach and brain.
- Using painkillers for headaches for a long time can actually make your headaches worse.
- Regular use of painkillers, especially many different types together, can lead to permanent kidney damage.