Riaprofen Tablet

Generic Name(s): Ibuprofen

Why it's used

Riaprofen Tablet is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from a headache, menstrual periods, muscle ache, common cold, toothache, or a backache. This medicine works by reducing the activity of a chemical in the body that causes pain and swelling. Riaprofen Tablet is also used to reduce fever, and to relieve pain associated with the inflammation, swelling and stiffness of the joints caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
When not to use
Riaprofen Tablet cannot be used to treat pain before and after the time of a heart operation.
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Riaprofen belongs to the Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs class of medicines. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, also called as NSAIDs, help reduce fever, decrease pain, and prevent clotting of blood. NSAIDs also reduce inflammation in the body when used in higher doses.

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How to use

Read the medicine guide provided by your pharmacist, your doctor, or the medicine company. If you have any questions related to Riaprofen, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Use Riaprofen Tablet as per the instructions provided by your doctor.
Riaprofen Tablet is a pain reliever. Pain relievers work the best if used as soon as you feel any pain. They may not work as well if they are delayed until the pain has worsened.
Riaprofen is used with food. To prevent a stomach upset, take this medicine with food or milk.

Typical Dosage

The typical dose of Riaprofen for adults is 400 mg every 4 to 6 hours (not more than 3200 mg in one day). The maximum dose for adult patients of Riaprofen is 3200 mg per day. This medicine is generally used for a period of 3 days for fever, and 10 days for pain. Riaprofen is commonly used at the same time every day. It takes 1-2 hours for this medicine to start its action. This medicine is not known to be addictive or habit-forming.
This medicine should be used on an as-needed basis. Riaprofen may be recommended for long-term use in the treatment of symptoms of rheumatic diseases such as arthritis and osteoarthritis.
If you are using the chewable tablet form of this medicine, make sure you chew the medicine before you swallow it.
If using the liquid form of this medicine, measure the dose using the provided measuring cup, spoon, or dropper. Before pouring the medicine into the measuring device, you should check the measurement markings carefully. Then, pour the dose amount into the device. After use, clean and store the measuring device in a safe place for your next use. You should not use a tablespoon or teaspoon as the dose measuring devices since it can result in an incorrect dose. If indicated on the product package, shake the medicine before use.

Talk to Your Doctor

Discuss with your doctor if your condition persists or worsens or if you develop new symptoms.
A lower dose of this medicine may be recommended to reduce the risk of side-effects.

Use in Children

If you are giving Riaprofen Tablet to a child, be sure to use a product that is for use in children. Use the child's weight or age to find the right dose from the product package or medicine label. You can also read the dosage section of this page to know the correct dose for your child. Else, consult with your doctor and follow their recommendation.

Avoid Alcohol

Avoid consuming alcohol together with Riaprofen.
Medicines may be recommended for uses other than those listed in the medicine guide. You should not use Riaprofen Tablet for conditions or symptoms for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Riaprofen Tablet to other people, even if they have the same conditions or symptoms that you have. The use of this medicine without the advice of a doctor may cause harm.

Storage

Follow storage instructions on the product package if available. Store Riaprofen Tablet at room temperature away from excess heat, away from moisture, and away from light. Store this medicine away from children and pets.

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How to take Riaprofen

The dose and frequency of using Riaprofen will depend on the following factors:
  • age of the patient
  • the weight of the patient
  • patient's health
  • the health of the patient's liver
  • the health of the patient's kidneys
  • medicines recommended by the doctor
  • any other medicines being used
  • herbal supplements being used
  • response to the medicine

Riaprofen Dosage

Dosage for painful swelling and stiffness of the joints

Adult
  • Recommended: 1200-3200 mg daily
  • Initial: 800 mg three times daily (2400 mg per day)
  • Maximum: 3200 mg per day

Dosage for swollen and stiffened joints

Children
  • Recommended: 20 mg - 30 mg per kg / 9 mg - 14 mg per lb of body weight daily. Take this dose in 3-4 parts/day.
  • Maximum: 40 mg per kg / 18 mg per lb of body weight daily. Take this dose in 3-4 parts/day.

Dosage for painful menstrual periods

Adult
  • Recommended: 400 mg every 4 hours
Children (10-12 years)
  • Recommended: 200-800 mg every 4 to 6 hours
  • Maximum: 800 mg per day

Dosage for fever

Adult
  • Recommended: 200-400 mg every 4 to 6 hours
  • Maximum: 1200 mg per day
Children (over 12 years)
  • Recommended: 200-400 mg every 4 to 6 hours
  • Maximum: 1200 mg per day

Minimum Age

6 months

Dosage calculation for children

To calculate the dosage for children please use the weight based dose calculator to calculate the appropriate dosage as per the weight of your child.

Forms

Tablet
Strength: 200 mg, 300 mg, 400 mg, 600 mg, 800 mg
Suspension
Strength: 50 mg/1.25mL, 100 mg/5mL
Injection
Strength: 5 mg/1mL, 10 mg/1mL

Missed Dose

A missed dose should be taken as early as you remember it. However, if the time for the next dose is almost there, then the missed dose should be skipped, and the regular dosing schedule should be continued. Avoid taking a repeated dose to make up for a missed dose.

Overdose

What to do if you overdose on Riaprofen?
If you have taken more than the recommended dose of Riaprofen, get medical advice immediately. If the overdose has happened within the last 1 hour, the toxic effect can be reduced by taking activated charcoal. Activated Charcoal is a form of carbon that has small and low-volume pores. These pores help trap chemicals as in the case of poisoning. In the case of adults, gastric lavage is used to minimize the toxic effect. Gastric lavage is the process of cleaning out the toxic substances of the stomach.
Symptoms of an overdose of Riaprofen
If you use too much of this medicine, it could lead to dangerous levels of the medicine in your body. In such cases, symptoms of an overdose may include:
If you think you have overdosed on Riaprofen Tablet, call a poison control center immediately. You can look up the poison control center information from the Poison Center Finder at TabletWise.com.

Precautions while using Riaprofen

Before you use Riaprofen, tell your doctor of your medical and health history including the following:
Before you use Riaprofen, tell your doctor if you are allergic to it or its ingredients. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine and update your medical records to record this information.
Before having any surgery, discuss with your doctor and dentist about medicines you use including prescription medicines, non-prescription medicines, and herbal supplements.
The use of Riaprofen Tablet may change blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, the use of Riaprofen may lead to an increase in your blood pressure. Hence, you should, monitor your blood pressure regularly.

Use when Pregnant

Riaprofen should be used only when required in patients who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. This medicine may harm an unborn baby by causing heart disease and high blood pressure. Riaprofen belongs to the NSAID class of medicines. NSAIDs should not be taken after 29 weeks of pregnancy as these medicines may cause serious harm to the unborn baby.

If Breastfeeding

Consult with your doctor on the use of Riaprofen Tablet during breastfeeding. This medicine is found in breast milk but is not in a significant amount to cause any harm to the baby. However, if you use Riaprofen for the long-term, you should consider not breastfeeding your baby.

If trying to Conceive

Riaprofen may impact fertility in women. If you are trying to conceive, discuss with your doctor on the use of this medicine. The use of Riaprofen may reduce fertility in women trying to have a baby. Do not use Riaprofen in women who are having problems with having a baby. In women trying to conceive or in the first or second trimester of pregnancy, a low dose of Riaprofen should be used for a short time.

Alcohol

Avoid drinking alcohol with Riaprofen. Consumption of alcohol may cause may increase the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding.

Dizziness

Riaprofen can make you feel sleepy. Be careful, especially while driving, while using heavy machinery, or when doing any activity that needs you to be completely alert. The consumption of alcohol with Riaprofen can worsen the sleepiness.

Increase in Risk

This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Regular use of tobacco or alcohol may increase the risk. Discuss with your doctor if you smoke and drink alcohol regularly. Riaprofen should not be used in chickenpox as it increases the risk of infection. It may lead to increased risk of getting viral infections and meningitis in patients who have certain existing autoimmune disorders. This medicine may increase your sensitivity to sunlight and make you prone to sunburn. If this happens, limit your time outdoors to prevent sunburn. Use a sunscreen and cover your skin.

Side-effects in Older Patients

Older patients may have a higher incidence of side-effects when using Riaprofen Tablet. Elderly patients may see an increased risk of bleeding of the stomach and intestines, and rupture in the lining of the stomach or intestines.

Long-term Use

Long-term treatment increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, ulcers, and bleeding of the stomach and intestines.

What precautions should be taken during Pregnancy and Nursing, and administering Riaprofen to Children or the Older Adults?

Pregnant Women

Precaution
Warning: This medicine should be avoided in the last three months of pregnancy because it may cause heart disease in the baby.

Breastfeeding

No Known Risk
Warning: This medicine is found in breast milk but is not significant to cause any harm to the baby. If you are undergoing long-term treatment using this medicine, discuss the impact on the baby with your doctor.

Younger Adults Population

Precaution
Warning: Don't give Riaprofen to infants under 6 months of age, unless advised by your doctor.

Older Adults Population

Precaution
Warning: Special care should be taken in older patients.

Riaprofen Side-effects

The following side-effects may commonly occur when using Riaprofen Tablet. If any of these side-effects worsen or last for a long time, you should consult with your doctor:
Rarely, the use of Riaprofen Tablet may cause the following side-effects:
  • abnormal liver function
  • abnormally low white blood cell count
  • anxiety
  • body stops producing enough new blood cells (aplastic anaemia)
  • deficiency of platelets in the blood
  • difficulty in breathing
  • excess production of protein in the urine
  • hemolytic anemia
  • inflammation of the lining of the stomach
  • inflammation of the liver (hepatitis)
  • insomnia
  • jaundice
  • kidney failure
  • mouth ulcer
  • partially or completely loss of hearing
  • poor functioning of the kidneys
  • red or purple discolored spots on the skin
  • rupture in the wall of the gastrointestinal tract
  • sensitivity to the sun
  • severe itching of the skin
  • skin rashes with red, itchy and raised bumps
  • sore in the lining of the duodenum
  • swelling of the lower layer of skin
  • viral infection of the nose and throat
  • vision loss
The following severe side-effects may also occur when using Riaprofen Tablet:
  • Heart disease and stroke (possibly fatal)
  • Skin reactions such as serious disorder of the skin and mucous membranes (Stevens-Johnson syndrome) and redness of the skin (possibly fatal)
    The medicine should be discontinued.
  • Issues with the liver such as jaundice, inflammation of the liver, and loss of liver function (possibly fatal)
  • Gastrointestinal disorders (possibly fatal)
    Symptoms: inflammation, bleeding, ulceration and rupture in the lining of the stomach, small intestine or large intestine
Your doctor has prescribed this Riaprofen because they have judged that the benefits outweigh the risks posed by side-effects. Many people using this medicine do not have serious side-effects. This is not a complete list of possible side-effects for Riaprofen.
If you experience side-effects or notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority. You can look up the drug authority contact information from the Drug Authority Finder at TabletWise.com.

Side-effects and Allergic Reactions of Riaprofen by Severity and Frequency

Common Side-effects

Following are the common side-effects of this medicine:

Infrequent and Rare Side-effects

Following are the infrequent and rare side-effects of this medicine:

Severe Side-effects

Following are the severe side-effects of this medicine:
  • allergic reactions (facial swelling, tongue swelling, larynx swelling, dyspnoea, tachycardia, hypotension)
  • bullous reactions (Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, erythema multiforme and toxic epidermal necrolysis)

Side-effects in Older Adults

Following are the side-effects of this medicine in elderly patients:

Serious Allergic Reactions

Following are the symptoms of serious allergic reactions to this medicine:
  • anaphylactic reactions
If you experience side-effects or notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority. You can look up the drug authority contact information from the Drug Authority Finder at TabletWise.com.

Warnings

Elderly Patients

Elderly patients are at an increased risk when using this medicine. This medicine increases the risk of stomach bleeding and rupture in the lining of the stomach or intestine in elderly patients. Special care should be taken in older patients with age greater than 65 years.

High Blood Pressure

Patients with high blood pressure are at an increased risk when using this medicine. Such patients may have an increased incidence of heart diseases. Blood pressure should be monitored closely when taking this medicine.

Fluid Retention and Heart Failure

Patients who retain water/fluid in their body or have a risk of heart failure are at an increased risk when using this medicine. This medicine should be used with precaution in patients with heart failure or fluid retention.

Ulcers or Bleeding in Stomach

Patients with a history of stomach ulcer or bleeding in the stomach and intestines are at an increased risk when using this medicine. This medicine should be started with the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration.

Poor Functioning of the Kidneys

Patients with kidney related health issues are at an increased risk when using this medicine. This medicine may reduce production of certain hormones and reduce the blood flow in kidneys.

Advanced Stage Kidney Disease

Patients with advanced kidney disease are at an increased risk when using this medicine. This medicine should not be used in patients with an advanced kidney disease.

Interactions with Riaprofen

When two or more medicines are taken together, it can change how the medicines work and increase the risk of side-effects. In medical terms, this is called as a Drug Interaction.
This page does not contain all the possible interactions of Riaprofen Tablet. Share a list of all medicines that you use with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medicines without the approval of your doctor.

Diuretics

Riaprofen Tablet interacts with furosemide and bumetanide, which increases the production of urine. The combined usage of these medicines will lead to an increased risk of kidney damage.

Non Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

There may be an interaction of Riaprofen with aspirin, which is used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain. Taking Riaprofen along with aspirin increases the risk of stomach and intestine related health issues. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any NSAID medicines or Aspirin.

Anti-Progestational Drugs

Riaprofen Tablet may interact with mifepristone, which is a medicine used for abortion in early stages of pregnancy. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Riaprofen reduce the effects of mifepristone. Do not take Riaprofen for at least 8-12 days after taking mifepristone.

Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors

Your doctor's guidelines may need to be followed while taking this medicine along with Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, which are used for the treatment of high blood pressure and heart failure. This medicine reduces the blood pressure lowering effect of ACE inhibitors.

Corticosteroids

Special instructions need to be followed while taking this medicine along with corticosteroids which provide relief to the inflamed areas of the body. The combined usage of these medicines will lead to an increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.

Cardiac Glycosides

Your doctor's guidelines may need to be followed while taking this medicine along with cardiac glycosides, which are medicines used in the treatment of heart failure and rapid heart rate. The combined usage of these medicines may worsen the cardiac failure condition and reduce functioning of the kidneys.

Immunosupressants

Special instructions need to be followed while taking this medicine along with tacrolimus, which is a medicine used to prevent the rejection of certain transplanted organs. The combined usage of these medicines will lead to an increased risk of kidney damage.

Sulfonylureas

Riaprofen Tablet interacts with sulfonylureas, which are medicines used to treat high blood sugar (type 2 diabetes). This medicine may increase the effect of sulfonylureas.

Anticoagulants

There may be an interaction of Riaprofen with warfarin which is used to prevent blood clotting. The combined usage of these medicines will lead to an increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.

Antimetabolites

Riaprofen Tablet may interact with methotrexate, which is a medicine used to treat cancer and painful swelling/stiffness of the joints caused by rheumatoid arthritis. This medicine may increase the harmful effects of methotrexate. Patients should take necessary precautions when taking both medicines together.

Interactions of Riaprofen by Severity

Severe

The following medicines are usually not to be taken together without consulting with your doctor or pharmacist.

Serious

The following medicines may interact when taken together and can cause harmful effects in the body. Please consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking these medicines together.

Moderate

The following medicines may interact when taken together and can increase your risk of harmful effects. Please consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking these medicines together.

When should Riaprofen be not used?

Bleeding in the Stomach/Intestine

This medicine should not be used by patients having a stomach ulcer or having a history of gastrointestinal bleeding. Patients may have an increased risk of further bleeding in the stomach or intestines.

Heart Disease

This medicine should not be used by patients who have heart disease. These patients may have the following symptoms if they use this medicine:

Allergic to Other NSAIDs

This medicine should not be used by patients who are allergic to Aspirin or any other NSAIDs. Patients may experience severe, or rarely fatal allergic reaction. These patients may have the following symptoms if they use this medicine:

Pain during Heart Surgery

This medicine should not be used by patients who have undergone coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.

Allergic to Riaprofen

This medicine should not be used by patients who are allergic to it. These patients may have the following symptoms if they use this medicine:

Expired Medication

Taking a single dose of expired Riaprofen is unlikely to cause a side-effect. However, please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist, if you feel unwell or sick. An expired medicine may become ineffective in treating your prescribed conditions. To be on the safe side, it is important not to use an expired drug. You are much safer by always keeping a fresh supply of unexpired medicines.

Safe Disposal of Medication

  • If there are disposal instructions on the package, please follow the instructions.
  • If there are medicine take-back programs in your country, you should contact the respective authority to arrange for the disposal of the medicine. For example, in the USA, the Drug Enforcement Administration regularly hosts National Prescription Drug Take-Back events.
  • If there are no take-back programs, mix the medicine with dirt and place them in a sealed plastic bag. Throw the plastic bag in your household trash. Separately, remove all personal information including the prescription label from the medicine packaging and then dispose off the container.
  • If specifically indicated on the medicine package that it needs to be flushed down the toilet when no longer needed, perform the required step.
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