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Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. This active ingredient is present in many different commercial preparations, including the drug Caldolor. So what is the use of Caldolor and how should it be used to ensure safety?1. What are the uses of Caldolor?
Caldolor is an injectable drug with the active ingredient Ibuprofen belonging to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Ibuprofen works by inhibiting substances that cause inflammation and pain in the body.Caldolor is used to reduce fever and pain. In addition, Caldolor may also be used for a number of purposes not listed in the manufacturer's instructions for use. Several other preparations containing Ibuprofen (such as Neoprofen) have been used in premature infants to treat patent ductus arteriosus.
2. Matters needing attention before using Caldolor
Caldolor can increase the risk of heart attack or stroke and can be fatal even if the patient does not have any risk factors. Patients should not use Caldolor right before or after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
The use of Caldolor also has a risk of causing stomach or intestinal bleeding and can be completely fatal if not treated promptly. This condition can occur during the use of Caldolor without any warning signs, especially in elderly patients.
Patients should not be treated with Caldolor if there is a history of allergy to Ibuprofen, or previous onset of acute bronchial asthma or severe allergic reaction after taking Aspirin or other NSAIDs.
To make sure it is safe to use Caldolor, tell your doctor if you have any of the following problems:
History of heart disease, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol levels, diabetes or diabetes. smoking addiction; History of myocardial infarction, stroke or blood vessel thrombosis; Peptic ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding; History of bronchial asthma; Liver or kidney disease; Edema, increased water retention in the body; Connective tissue disease such as Marfan syndrome, Sjogren's syndrome, or systemic lupus erythematosus. If you are pregnant, you should not inject Caldolor unless your doctor tells you to. Using NSAIDs during the last 20 weeks of pregnancy can cause serious heart or kidney problems in the unborn baby and increase the risk of complications in the pregnancy. Also, patients should not breast-feed while using Caldolor.
3. How to use Caldolor
Caldolor is to be administered intravenously and by professional medical personnel. Patients should drink plenty of fluids while taking Caldolor.
Because Caldolor is used (intravenously) in a medical setting, it is very unlikely that a dose will be missed. Along with that, the injection of Caldolor is done by medical staff (nursing) so it is very unlikely that an overdose will occur.
Things to avoid when using Caldolor :
Do not use Aspirin during treatment with Caldolor ; Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using other medicines to treat pain, fever, swelling, or cold/flu, as they may contain ingredients similar to ibuprofen (such as: Aspirin, Ketoprofen or Naproxen).
4. Caldolor side effects
Patients need urgent medical attention if signs of an allergic reaction to Caldolor (such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat) or other skin-type reactions appear. severe allergic reaction (such as fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red skin, or rash that blisters and peels).
Discontinue Caldolor and seek appropriate treatment if a patient develops a severe drug reaction affecting multiple organs. Symptoms may include skin rash, fever, swollen glands, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising or yellowing of the skin or eyes...
Patients taking Caldolor need medical treatment get emergency if you have symptoms of a heart attack or stroke, such as:
Chest pain, which may radiate to the jaw or shoulder; Sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body; Speak up; Leg edema; Feeling short of breath. Patients who are being treated with Caldolor should contact their doctor immediately if the following side effects occur:
Change in vision; Swelling, rapid weight gain; Shortness of breath; Severe headache; Sharp pain in the neck or ears; Urinating little or no urine; Elevated blood potassium levels with symptoms such as nausea, weakness, tingling sensations, chest pain, irregular heartbeat and loss of mobility; liver problems such as loss of appetite, right upper quadrant pain, dark urine, and yellowing of the skin and/or eyes; Decreased red blood cell count causing anemia with signs such as pale skin, unusual tiredness, feeling light-headed or short of breath, cold hands and feet; Signs of stomach bleeding such as bloody or black stools, vomiting blood, or vomit that looks like coffee grounds. When using Caldolor for children and having the following abnormal signs, parents should contact a doctor immediately:
Symptoms of infection such as fever, chills, fussiness; Abnormal bleeding; Bruising, swelling, heat, redness, or irritation where Caldolor was injected. Some other common side effects of Caldolor include:
Nausea, vomiting; Flatulence, indigestion; Headache; Dizzy .
5. Caldolor Drug Interactions
To avoid adverse drug interactions when taking Caldolor, patients need to talk to their treating doctor about all the medicines they are using, especially paying attention to the following drugs:
Lithium; Methotrexate; Anticoagulants such as Warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven; Medicines for heart disease or high blood pressure, including diuretics; Corticosteroids (such as prednisone). Caldolor is an injectable drug with the active ingredient Ibuprofen belonging to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Ibuprofen works by inhibiting substances that cause inflammation and pain in the body. To ensure effective treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, medical staff performing the infusion.
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