Ointment Ibuprofen is an anti-inflammatory nonsteroidal agent for external use, which refers directly to several clinico-pharmacological groups:
- NSAIDs with analgesic and antipyretic;
- combined NSAIDs;
- NSAIDs for the treatment of heart pathology of premature neonates;
- spasmoanalgesic;
- NSAIDs for external use;
- NSAIDs to accelerate the regeneration of cartilage tissue.
Ingredients of the Ibuprofen Ointment
The ibuprofen ointment contains the main substance of the same name, which contains 100 g of the drug. 5 grams are produced in aluminum tubes 5% by 15 and 25 g.
Additional substances are:
- macrogol;
- dimexide.
Pharmacological properties of ibuprofen ointment
The main substance of the drug is ibuprofen, actively penetrates into tissues with the help of additional ingredients, and has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. Ibuprofen refers to derivatives of phenylpropionic acid, and due to this it also has a pronounced antipyretic effect, which, however, is not necessary when the substance is used externally.
Ibuprofen blocks COX - it is an enzyme of arachidonic acid, which plays an important role in the formation of inflammatory processes. Thus, ibuprofen directly affects prostaglandins, but does not eliminate the true cause of inflammation, fever and pain.
Ibuprofen also suppresses platelet aggregation and has an analgesic effect by reducing the inflammatory process.
With external application, the substance removes morning stiffness, pain and inflammation.
Ibuprofen when absorbed is absorbed in small amounts, and does not cause significant harm to the body. Gradually, the substance penetrates into the joint area and soft tissues, and lingers in the synovial region. In this tissue, it is gaining a greater concentration than in the blood plasma, so people with gastric mucosa pathology can use the ointment more successfully than tablets.
Ointment Ibuprofen - instructions
Of the features of the use of the ointment is allocated that it is intended for external use, and in severe cases, a combination with tablets is acceptable.
Ibuprofen ointment - indications for use
Ibuprofen ointment is indicated with the following symptoms:
- myalgia of non-rheumatic origin;
- inflammatory diseases of the musculoskeletal system (radiculitis, osteochondrosis, osteoarthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, sciatica, lumbago, jaundice, arthritis, humeroscapular periarthritis);
- inflammation and pain caused by trauma without compromising the integrity of the skin.
Caution should be used ointment when:
- impaired renal and hepatic function;
- pregnancy in 1 and 2 trimester;
- lactation;
- erosive-ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract.
Ibuprofen ointment - contraindications for use
Ointment is not recommended for use:
- in the field of violation of the integrity of the skin (wounds, burns, erosion, etc.);
- with bronchial asthma;
- with hives;
- at an allergic rhinitis ;
- during pregnancy in the 3rd trimester;
- in children under 12 years of age;
- with hypersensitivity to NSAIDs.
Method of application of ibuprofen ointment
Adults are recommended to apply a strip of ointment length of 10 cm to the painful area and rub it until completely absorbed 3 times a day. The treatment time is determined by the doctor, but this period should not exceed 3 weeks.
Analogues of the ibuprofen ointment
Ointments containing ibuprofen are direct analogues of this agent:
- Nurofen in the form of a gel;
- Dolgit in the form of cream and gel;
- Brufen in the form of a gel;
- Deep Relief - contains ibuprofen and levomenthol, has a more pronounced analgesic effect, is presented in the form of a gel;
- Ibuprofen-Norton gel;
- Ibutop in the form of a gel.
Ointments containing ibuprofen have a longer action due to a fatty base, and creams and gels are rapidly absorbed without leaving a greasy film.