Generic Motrin reduces inflammation and eases mild to moderate pain. Generic Motrin reduces fever and relieves the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (rheumatism), osteoarthritis, menstrual cramps or premenstrual pain and swelling.

Generic Motrin works by blocking the action of a substance in the body called cyclo-oxygenase. Cyclo-oxygenase is involved in the production of various chemicals in the body, some of which are known as prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced in response to injury or certain diseases and would otherwise go on to cause pain, swelling and inflammation. Generic Motrin is therefore used to relieve pain and inflammation.

All the medicines in this group (NSAIDs) reduce inflammation caused by the body\'s own immune system, and are effective pain killers. Generic Motrin can be used to relieve pain such as muscular aches and pains, period pains, headache, backache, rheumatic pain, dental pain and neuralgia. Generic Motrin can also reduce feverishness and the symptoms of colds and flu.

Adults
Mild to Moderate Pain
The usual dose of Generic Motrin is 400 milligrams every 4 to 6 hours as necessary.

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis
The usual dose of Generic Motrin is 1,200 to 3,200 milligrams per day divided into 3 or 4 doses. Your doctor will tailor the dose to your individual needs. Symptoms should be reduced within 2 weeks. Daily dosage should not be greater than 3,200 milligrams.

Menstrual Pain
The usual dose of Generic Motrin is 400 milligrams every 4 hours as necessary. Begin treatment when symptoms first appear.
Children 6 months to 12 years of age

Fever reduction
The recommended dose of Generic Motrin is 5 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight if temperature is less than 102.5°F or 10 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight if temperature is 102.5°F or greater. The fever should go down for 6 to 8 hours. Do not give the child more than 40 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight in one day.

Mild to Moderate Pain
The usual dose of Generic Motrin is 10 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight every 6 to 8 hours. Do not give the child more than 4 such doses per day.

Juvenile Arthritis
The usual dose of Generic Motrin is 30 to 40 milligrams daily per 2.2 pounds of body weight, divided into 3 or 4 doses. Some children may need only 20 milligrams daily per 2.2 pounds.

If you miss a Generic Motrin dose
If you miss a Generic Motrin dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses of Generic Motrin.

Generic Motrin Overdose
Generic Motrin if taken in excess can be fatal. Seek medical attention immediately.

Symptoms of Generic Motrin overdose include

• abdominal pain,
• breathing difficulties,
• coma,
• drowsiness,
• headache,
• irregular heartbeat,
• kidney failure,
• low blood pressure,
• nausea,
• ringing in the ears,
• seizures,
• sluggishness,
• vomiting

Generic Motrin Storage instructions
Keep Generic Motrin out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store Generic Motrin at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused amount of Generic Motrin after the expiration date.

Generic Motrin Preparations:
Generic Motrin Tablets - 400 mg, 600 mg

There may be an increased risk of bleeding from the gut if Generic Motrin is taken with blood thinning or anti-clotting medicines such as warfarin.

There may be an increased risk of side effects such as stomach irritation if Generic Motrin is taken with corticosteroids such as prednisolone.

Generic Motrin may decrease the blood pressure lowering effects of amlodipine and possibly other antihypertensive medicines.

The use of Generic Motrin with diuretics, ACE inhibitors or cyclosporine may increase the risk of kidney problems.

Generic Motrin should not be used within 8-12 days of taking mifepristone.

Generic Motrin should not be taken with any other NSAID, due to an increased risk of side effects.

Generic Motrin precautions if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Generic Motrin is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless considered essential by your doctor.
Generic Motrin may pass into breast milk, but in such small quantities that it is unlikely to harm the baby. Seek medical advice from your doctor before breastfeeding.

Special warnings about Generic Motrin
Let your prescriber or health care professional know if your pain continues, do not take with other pain-killers without advice. Do not treat yourself for a fever with Generic Motrin for more than 3 days, or for pain for more than 10 days without asking your prescriber or health care professional for advice. You may be covering up a more serious illness.

If you are taking medicines that affect the clotting of your blood, such as aspirin or blood thinners such as Coumadin®, talk to your health care provider or prescriber before taking Generic Motrin.

You may get dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how Generic Motrin affects you. Do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.
Do not smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol; these may increase the irritation to your stomach when taking Generic Motrin.

It is especially important not to use Generic Motrin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless specifically directed to do so by your health care provider. Generic Motrin may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.

To reduce unpleasant effects on your throat and stomach, take Generic Motrin with a full glass of water and never just before lying down. If you notice black, tarry stools or experience severe stomach pain and vomit blood or what looks like coffee grounds, notify your health care prescriber immediately.

If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking Generic Motrin. Problems can arise if you need dental work, and in the day to day care of your teeth. Try to avoid damage to your teeth and gums when you brush or floss your teeth.

Why Generic Motrin should not be prescribed?
Generic Motrin should not be used by patients with history of narrowing of the airways (bronchospasm), inflammation of the nasal membrane (rhinitis) or itchy rash (urticaria) caused by aspirin or other NSAIDs

Patients with history of peptic ulcer should not use Generic Motrin.

Generic Motrin should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients or other medicines in the class of NSAIDs. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.

If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using Generic Motrin and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

More common side effects of Motrin may include:

• diarrhea
• dizziness, drowsiness
• gas or heartburn
• headache
• nausea,
• vomiting

Less common side effects of Motrin may include:

• signs of bleeding,
• bruising,
• pinpoint red spots on the skin,
• black tarry stools,
• blood in the urine,
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• signs of an allergic reaction,
• difficulty breathing or wheezing,
• skin rash,
• redness,
• blistering or peeling skin,
• hives, or itching,
• swelling of eyelids, throat, lips
• blurred vision
• change in the amount of urine passed
• difficulty swallowing,
• severe heartburn or burning,
• pain in throat
• pain or difficulty passing urine
• vomiting blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• stomach pain or cramps
• swelling of feet or ankles