Ibuprofen, 2-(4-isobutylphenyl)propionic acid, belongs to the class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and was discovered by Dr. Stewart Adams in 1961. The drug was first marketed in 1969 in the United Kingdom and in 1974 in the United States. Ibuprofen is commonly prescribed as an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory agent in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and acute musculoskeletal pain. Off-label uses include slowing the progression of conditions such as cystic fibrosis. When considering ibuprofen toxicity, assessment for coingestions such as ethanol, toxic alcohols, acetaminophen, and aspirin should be based on a patient’s presentation.This activity reviews the basic pharmacological characteristics of ibuprofen, clinical presentations during an overdose, and management of ibuprofen toxicity. System-specific symptoms and signs delineate clinical correlations, and the next steps are recommended to narrow the cause of toxicity in undifferentiated patients. The interprofessional team consists of primary care, emergency medicine, internal medicine, and pharmacists, among other healthcare professionals, who are equipped to treat patients with ibuprofen toxicity successfully.
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- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
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