Ibuprofen ointment is a budget and effective tool for traumatic lesions and diseases of the articular apparatus. The medication belongs to the category of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and has an effective effect on inflammation, significantly reducing pain. Before using the tool, you need to understand what Ibuprofen ointment helps from and how it works.

Composition and packaging

The composition of the product includes the active compound ibuprofen in a concentration of 5%. This component is obtained from phenylpropionic acid. The ointment also contains additional components: propylene glycol, dimethyl sulfoxide. The drug has a white or yellow-white color and has a specific smell.

In addition, this tool can be produced as a gel or cream. The composition of the first substance includes gel-forming and additional substances: ethanol, triethanolamine, water, methyl paraben.

The ointment is produced in metal tubes or cans of darkened glass containing 25 grams of the product. The capacity is located in a cardboard box, where the abstract for the medicine is placed.

Pharmacological properties and pharmacokinetics

Ibuprofen ointment 5% is included in the NSAID group of medicines.

The product is suitable exclusively for external use.

The medicine has a strong anti-inflammatory effect, and also has an analgesic effect.

  1. These properties are due to the ability of the drug to inhibit inflammatory mediators.The active component of the drug very quickly reduces the formation of substances that activate the course of inflammation.
  2. In addition, ibuprofen enhances blood microcirculation and increases vascular permeability.
  3. When using the ointment on a regular basis for two weeks, swelling in the damaged joint area is reduced and redness is reduced.
  4. The drug inhibits the formation of prostaglandins (substances that provoke inflammation), removes the feeling of stiffness in the joint, while increasing its mobility.
  5. After applying the drug, a burning sensation of the skin at the site of application appears, and then an anesthetic effect occurs.
  6. The ointment is rapidly absorbed, leaving no residue on the skin.
  7. The drug is excreted in the urine.

What helps ointment for external use 5%

An ointment with ibuprofen is prescribed for people suffering from acute and chronic disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

The tool perfectly helps with such conditions:

  • inflammation in the elements of the joint (cartilage, capsule of the joint, bone tissue);
  • painful phenomena that occur with destructive degenerative changes in the tissues;
  • swelling of soft tissues in the joint;
  • damaged ligaments, muscles and tendons as a result of trauma (restores them);
  • bruising on the skin from bumps or bruises (has a resolving effect).

In connection with the listed actions of the drug, the main areas of its application are all pathologies of the joints and spinal column. At the same time, neither development nor the cause of the disease matters.

Ibuprofen ointment is prescribed for rheumatic joint damage, destructive and degenerative tissue changes.

It is advisable to use the drug for inflammation in the following cases:

  • diseases that occur with the destruction of joint elements (arthrosis);
  • pathologies that are accompanied by inflammatory phenomena (arthritis);
  • intercostal neuralgia with the development of radicular syndrome, manifested by soreness;
  • ruptures of the ligamentous apparatus or tendons, as well as their separation from the bone;
  • dislocations, subluxations and fractures;
  • stretching muscle fibers during trauma.

The drug also helps people with pain in the lumbar and thoracic regions, neck, arising from exacerbations of osteochondrosis.

Instructions for use for children and adults

For children, the drug is prescribed starting from 6 years. In addition, up to 12 years, the dosage of the drug and its frequency of use is determined only by a specialist. Usually the right amount of funds for the child does not exceed 1-3 cm strips of ointment. Treatment in this case lasts no more than 5 days.

If the child is older than 12 years, then the use of the drug can be carried out in accordance with the instructions for adults.

When using the product in adults, you need to apply the ointment with one strip (length up to 10 centimeters) on clean skin at the site of the lesion. Then rub it thoroughly with intense circular movements until completely absorbed into the skin.

Using a drug for the treatment of joint diseases, rubbing should be carried out just above the localization of the inflammatory focus. In case of traumatic injuries, the medicine is used, applying it directly to the site of redness.

It is permissible to use Ibuprofen in an amount of 2-4 times a day, the interval between applications is 4-5 hours. The duration of treatment is several days.

On a note! More precise guidance on the use of the drug in each case can only be given by the attending physician.

Ibuprofen ointment during pregnancy and lactation

Ointment can be used (with great care) in the early stages of pregnancy - in the 1st and 2nd trimesters, as well as during lactation. However, its purpose is possible only after comparing the benefits of the medication for the woman and the possible harm to the child. In the 3rd trimester, drugs with ibuprofen are prohibited.

Drug Interactions with Other Drugs

In the treatment of joint diseases, NSAIDs are used in conjunction with other medical devices. Their dosage and number of applications are prescribed by the doctor.

There were no cases of adverse reactions when combining ibuprofen with other drugs. However, to reduce the risk of negative phenomena, it is recommended to apply the ointment 1 hour after the use of other drugs.

It often happens that drugs from the NSAID group are prescribed for the treatment of other diseases. In this situation, it is necessary to inform the doctor about the use of Ibuprofen ointment.

Contraindications and side effects

An ointment containing ibuprofen cannot be used in the following situations:

  • the presence of a person's special sensitivity to the components of the drug;
  • the occurrence of an allergic reaction to other drugs of the NSAID group;
  • the presence of skin eczema, damage to the skin (wounds, scratches);
  • third trimester of pregnancy;
  • gastrointestinal diseases (especially with ulcerative lesions), manifested by diarrhea, vomiting;
  • under 6 years old.

Most often, when using Ibuprofen ointment, no adverse reactions occur. Cases of overdose were also not detected.

In the form of rare exceptions, if the instructions for use or hypersensitivity to the components of the drug are not observed, side effects may appear (usually on the second or third day of treatment):

  • nausea and vomiting;
  • decreased appetite;
  • soreness in the abdomen;
  • stomatitis;
  • constipation
  • skin rash of an allergic nature;
  • feeling of numbness at the place of application;
  • itching
  • red spots on the skin:
  • sleep disorders
  • dizziness;
  • visual impairment;
  • lethargy or increased irritability.

Very rarely, kidney or liver dysfunction occurs.

In the event of such phenomena, you should immediately abandon the drug and consult a doctor.

In addition, it is important to remember the following points:

  • ointment is forbidden to use for skin near the mouth and eyes;
  • when it enters the mucous membrane, it is necessary to immediately rinse the lesion site;
  • after applying the ointment, thorough washing of the hands with soap is required;
  • Ibuprofen's analgesic effect is enhanced if a person consumes a high caffeine product.

Analogs ointments ibuprofen

The tool has several analog drugs, which also have high efficiency. Choose a suitable option will help a specialist. You should not look for a replacement medicine on your own.

Effective analogues:

  1. Nurofen This tool is the most effective analogue of ibuprofen. It quickly eliminates pain of various kinds.
  2. Deep Reef. Often used in the treatment of rheumatoid and rheumatic lesions. In addition, the gel perfectly helps in the event of inflammation in the joints and surrounding tissues. The tool has been successfully used for back pain (especially for lumbar pain).
  3. It’s long. This is a transparent gel, which is successfully used in most degenerative processes of the musculoskeletal system, accompanied by inflammatory reactions.
  4. Diclofenac. The drug also belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The active substance of this medication is diclofenac sodium. Its properties and indications for use are practically the same as those of Ibuprofen. Both drugs have almost the same cost. Therefore, it is difficult to say which of these medicines is preferable.

As unique analogues, one can consider individual forms of the drug in the form of a gel and cream. The gel is characterized by a quick action and more effective absorption when applied to the skin, so that it instantly penetrates the focus of inflammation. The cream is slowly absorbed, but is characterized by a longer therapeutic effect.

All analog drugs must be used only with the permission of the attending physician, taking into account the recommendations indicated in the instructions.

The medicine in the form of an ointment has established itself as an effective remedy for acute pain in muscles, joint diseases, as well as dislocations and sprains. In addition, the cost of the ointment is quite low, which is an additional incentive to purchase it.

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