Ibuprofen 400mg Tablets - 24, 48, 84 or 96 Tablets

Ibuprofen 400mg Tablets are a pharmacy-only (P) non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) painkiller containing 400mg of ibuprofen per tablet, used for the relief of moderate pain and inflammation and to reduce fever, supplied in packs of 24, 48, 84 or 96 by Ways Pharmacy (UK).

Key facts

Who it is for

• Adults and adolescents aged 12 and over whose moderate pain is not controlled by a standard 200mg dose
• People with inflammatory pain such as backache, muscular strain, period pain or dental pain
• People who want a larger pack for short courses of recurring pain

Not suitable for: children under 12; anyone in the last three months of pregnancy; anyone with a current or past stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding; and anyone allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor first if you have asthma, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or a history of heart, liver, kidney or bowel problems, or if you smoke.

How to use

1. Read the patient information leaflet inside the pack before you start.
2. Adults, the elderly and adolescents aged 12 to 17: swallow 1 tablet whole with water, with or after food.
3. Take up to 3 times a day, leaving at least 4 hours between doses.
4. Do not take more than 3 tablets (1200mg) in any 24-hour period.
5. Adolescents aged 12 to 17 should seek medical advice if needed for more than 3 days; adults should consult a doctor if needed for more than 10 days or if symptoms worsen.

Frequently asked questions

How many ibuprofen 400mg can I take a day?

Adults and adolescents aged 12 and over can take 1 tablet up to 3 times a day, leaving at least 4 hours between doses. Do not take more than 3 tablets (1200mg) in 24 hours unless a doctor has advised a higher dose.

What is the difference between 200mg and 400mg ibuprofen?

They contain the same medicine at different strengths. The 400mg tablet delivers a higher single dose, which can suit moderate pain that a 200mg dose does not control. The maximum daily total over the counter is the same (1200mg), so 400mg means fewer tablets per day.

Can I take ibuprofen 400mg with paracetamol?

Yes. Ibuprofen and paracetamol can be taken together or alternated, as they work in different ways, provided you stay within the maximum daily dose of each. Do not take any other ibuprofen or NSAID product at the same time.

Why is ibuprofen 400mg sold as a pharmacy medicine?

At this strength ibuprofen is classed as a Pharmacy (P) medicine, so the pharmacy team may ask a few questions about your symptoms and other medicines before supplying it. This is a routine safety check, not a sales obstacle.

Safety & storage

• Take with or after food, and use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed.
• Do not take with other NSAIDs, including aspirin above 75mg a day or other ibuprofen products.
• Stop and seek urgent medical help if you have signs of stomach bleeding (black stools or vomiting blood), severe stomach pain, or a severe allergic reaction.
• Avoid in the last three months of pregnancy. Ask your pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat, and keep out of the sight and reach of children.

References

• NHS — Ibuprofen for adults
• Ibuprofen 400mg Patient Information Leaflet via emc

This page provides factual information about a Pharmacy (P) medicine and is not an advertisement. Sale may be subject to a short pharmacist-led suitability check. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. Suspected side effects can be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.