{"product_id":"ibuprofen-400mg-48-tablets","title":"Ibuprofen 400mg Tablets - 24, 48, 84 or 96 Tablets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIbuprofen 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).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive ingredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIbuprofen 400mg per tablet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrug class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOral tablet, swallowed whole with water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24, 48, 84 or 96 tablets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelieves\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackache, muscular and rheumatic pain, period pain, dental pain, headache and migraine, neuralgia; reduces fever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdults and adolescents aged 12 and over\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum daily dose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 tablets (1200mg) in 24 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLegal class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePharmacy (P) medicine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWays Pharmacy, UK (GPhC-registered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults and adolescents aged 12 and over whose moderate pain is not controlled by a standard 200mg dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with inflammatory pain such as backache, muscular strain, period pain or dental pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who want a larger pack for short courses of recurring pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRead the patient information leaflet inside the pack before you start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults, the elderly and adolescents aged 12 to 17: swallow 1 tablet whole with water, with or after food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTake up to 3 times a day, leaving at least 4 hours between doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not take more than 3 tablets (1200mg) in any 24-hour period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdolescents 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many ibuprofen 400mg can I take a day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between 200mg and 400mg ibuprofen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I take ibuprofen 400mg with paracetamol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is ibuprofen 400mg sold as a pharmacy medicine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTake with or after food, and use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not take with other NSAIDs, including aspirin above 75mg a day or other ibuprofen products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStop 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid in the last three months of pregnancy. Ask your pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore at room temperature away from moisture and heat, and keep out of the sight and reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/ibuprofen-for-adults\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNHS — Ibuprofen for adults\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/search?q=ibuprofen+400mg+tablets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eIbuprofen 400mg Patient Information Leaflet via emc\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many ibuprofen 400mg can I take a day?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Adults and adolescents aged 12 and over can take 1 tablet up to 3 times a day, leaving at least 4 hours between doses. 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Suspected side effects can be reported via the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMHRA Yellow Card Scheme\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ways Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"24","offer_id":40051173392448,"sku":"WY0034036S-1","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"48","offer_id":40051173425216,"sku":"WY0034036S-2","price":3.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"84","offer_id":40365316898880,"sku":"WY0034036S-3","price":5.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"96","offer_id":53970310660481,"sku":"","price":8.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Numark 48\/400mg","offer_id":53970470732161,"sku":"","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Numark 96\/400mg","offer_id":53970470764929,"sku":"","price":7.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/7828\/7680\/files\/Ibuprofen_400mg__60259.1648242937.jpg?v=1717924807","url":"https:\/\/wayspharmacy.com\/en\/products\/ibuprofen-400mg-48-tablets","provider":"Ways Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}