Uses of Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is used for pain relief and fever.
It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like headache, muscle pain, dental pain or joint pain.
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Side effects of Ibuprofen
Common
Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion.
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How to use Ibuprofen
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Combinam 400 mg/325 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Combinam 400 mg/325 mg Tablet works
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
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Uses of Paracetamol
Paracetamol is used for pain relief and fever.
It is used to relieve pain in conditions like headache, joint pain, muscle pain or dental pain.
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Side effects of Paracetamol
Common
Allergic reaction.
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How to use Paracetamol
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Combinam 400 mg/325 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Combinam 400 mg/325 mg Tablet works
Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the production of the chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that transmit pain signals and induce fever.
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Expert advice for Ibuprofen
It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.
It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.
Ibuprofen can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Expert advice for Paracetamol
Good for pain relief and fever but not effective in joint pain due to poor anti-inflammatory action.
Starts working within one hour. Wait for at least 4 hours before taking the next dose.
Present in many over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medicines. Avoid taking more than one paracetamol product at a time to prevent overdose. Doses >4 g/day (2 g in alcoholics) may cause liver, kidney or heart problems.
Discontinue Paracetamol and inform your doctor immediately if rash occurs.
For children, measure the doses of liquid Paracetamol using the measuring cup instead of a teaspoon to avoid under or over-dosage.
Avoid excess alcohol intake (>3 glasses/day) when taking Paracetamol as it may cause liver damage.
