Motrin Info

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Motrin is a drug used to treat pain, inflammation, and fever associated with certain medical conditions. This eMedTV Web page further discusses Motrin and its specific uses, potential side effects, and general dosing information.

Common Motrin side effects may include nausea, stomach pain, and heartburn. As this part of the eMedTV archives explains, there are also other rare but possible side effects that may occur, including insomnia, hepatitis, and vision problems.

What is Motrin used for? As this eMedTV page explains, Motrin is used for the treatment of general pain, fever, and arthritis symptoms, among other things. Motrin may also be used for off-label uses, including the relief of migraines.

For most people, the recommended dosage of Motrin for the relief of acute pain is 200 mg every 4-6 hours. This eMedTV resource also offers dosage guidelines for children and dosing suggestions for treating arthritis symptoms and menstrual pain.

Drugs that can potentially interact with Motrin include beta blockers, warfarin, and aspirin. This part of the eMedTV library lists other Motrin drug interactions and discusses the potential side effects that may occur with each interaction.

This eMedTV resource contains several precautions and warnings with Motrin, including potential side effects that may develop, such as anemia, kidney damage, and high blood pressure. This page also describes who should not take Motrin.

Gradual weight gain does not appear to be a side effect of Motrin. This eMedTV page provides an overview of Motrin and weight gain, explains the potential dangers of rapid weight gain, and offers tips on weight loss.

Using Motrin during pregnancy is generally not recommended because it may cause harm to the fetus. This eMedTV article discusses the link between Motrin and pregnancy, and also explains how the FDA's pregnancy category system works.

Generic Motrin is sold in several forms and is available as prescription and non-prescription products. As this eMedTV page explains, generic Motrin is sold as Ibuprofen tablets, Ibuprofen capsules, Ibuprofen oral suspension, and Ibuprofen caplets.