How to use Nurofen for toothache

When a tooth hurts, each of us has no time for jokes. Fortunately, modern medications make it possible to get rid of an alarming symptom in a matter of minutes. For example, Nurofen is an excellent remedy even for severe toothache. But even when using such a strong remedy, the main thing is not to rely only on the miraculous properties of tablets or syrup, but to consult a doctor in a timely manner.

And one more thing: the editors of the UltraSmile.ru portal firmly believe that readers simply need to know that even those formulations that are dispensed from a pharmacy without a doctor’s prescription have certain features. Without paying attention to this fact, you can further aggravate your situation and cause harm to the body. Read the material and you will definitely know in detail about Nurofen.

"Nurofen": what is the composition of this drug

The main active ingredient of the drug is ibuprofen. It is it that reaches the source of pain and blocks or inhibits the sensitivity of nerve endings, and the person already feels relief 15-20 minutes after taking it.

Nurofen will help get rid of pain

It is important to note that ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory substance derived from propionic acid derivatives. Unlike steroid-type drugs, it has minimal effects on internal organs, has almost no side effects, is not hormonal and is indicated even for babies who have recently been born (from 3 months).

In addition to ibuprofen, the composition, depending on the form of release, includes: sucrose or sodium saccharinate, glycerol, purified water, xanthan camel, sodium chloride, flavorings.

Nurofen occupies a leading position among analgesics in sales in Europe and Australia. It is supplied to 40 countries around the world.

Nurofen has been produced for more than 30 years in a row, and the manufacturer claims that the drug has undergone many clinical studies1. True, in 2020, the corporation was fined $1.3 million in Australia for “misleading” customers - the variety of product types and different names make it possible to think that each of them is designed to perform a different function. In fact, it was proven that they are all identical.

What problems does the drug solve?

Nurofen is a drug from the British corporation Reckitt Benckiser (RB). It is effective not only for toothache of various etiologies, but also for increased general body temperature, headaches, muscle, joint, menstrual, and rheumatic pain. It helps fight fever during flu or ARVI. As for toothache, it is able to temporarily eliminate discomfort resulting from the following pathologies:

• caries and pulpitis,
• periodontitis: the drug can reduce the sensitivity of the gums,
• tooth extraction, especially complex,
• teething in children (in primary and permanent dentition),
• eruption of wisdom teeth,
• any surgical intervention: treatment of cysts, fistulas, granulomas,
• after removal of the tooth pulp,
• after the whitening procedure,
• after dental implantation during the rehabilitation period,
• after installing braces, if the device rubs the mucous membranes.

The drug helps with various types of pain

Interesting!

In 2011, a terrible and at the same time curious incident happened to Nurofen in the UK. The fact is that some vigilant buyers, after opening the usual packages, found tablets inside that were different in shape and color. Research has shown that instead of antipyretics and painkillers, there were potent psychotropic drugs for schizophrenia inside. But a thorough investigation made it clear: the pharmaceutical company was not to blame; the substitution took place outside the factory gates. The British media still suspect that this is the work of animal rights activists, who thereby expressed a clear protest against new drugs being tested on cute, unintelligent creatures.

Syrup and suppositories Nurofen for teething in babies

The main function is to relieve pain. When a course of analgesic is proposed in the absence of fever, it is necessary to reduce the dosage.

Ibuprofen comes in various forms, the easiest to treat for children is syrup. The sweetish taste of the fruit of the drug will facilitate the process of introducing it into the body, because the child will like it.

The liquid form makes the dosage calculation process more convenient. Nurofen syrup has a quick effect and has a strong effect on fragile immunity, so it requires caution in use. Wash the dispenser thoroughly after each use.

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Nurofen suppositories during teething should be used more likely when the child’s body temperature rapidly increases, when the syrup can no longer cope with its antipyretic function.

If you feel well without fever, suppositories should be used only in dangerous cases, when the child’s condition does not allow him to endure the discomfort without the help of additional measures.

What forms of release of the drug exist?

Nurofen will become a reliable assistant if you or one of your family members has a toothache. But you need to understand that the drug is available in different forms. Moreover, the types differ in the direction of action and are designed for different age groups - as the manufacturer assures.

• classic "Nurofen" in the form of tablets: the package contains two blisters of 10 pieces. Suitable only for adults and children over 6 years old. We took one tablet, and after half an hour the pain subsided,

  
  Classic drug

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• "Express Forte": these tablets are for adults only. They are covered with a shell, under which there is a capsule with a liquid substance. These act twice as fast as regular Nurofen, i.e. the person who takes them receives an analgesic effect within 10-15 minutes,

  
  Nurofen-forte

• in the form of a suspension for children: this drug can be given to babies who are already three months old. You can use it until the child turns 12 years old. But under one condition, it must weigh up to 40 kilograms. The advantage is that the package includes a measuring syringe, which will help give medicine to even the most capricious babies. But keep in mind that such drugs can cause allergies, because... they contain additives

  
  Children should be given the drug strictly according to the instructions.

• "Express Lady": pills for women. But they are not suitable for toothache, because... were released specifically to alleviate the condition of women during their menstrual periods,

  
  Medicine for women

• gel with 5% ibuprofen concentration: this composition is for external use only,

  
  Nurofen - gel

• Nurofen Long: increased concentration of ibuprofen guarantees relief from pain for the next 8 hours or more.

  
  Long lasting

Although the manufacturer states in all forms of release that the pain will subside for at least eight hours, Nurofen Long is suitable for those who like to play it safe and really want to achieve a good, long-lasting effect.

Nurofen for toothache for adults

In dentistry, this drug helps in the following cases:

1. For painful sensations during the active formation of carious cavities reaching the nerve.
2. With pulpitis, when the inflammatory process occurs in the very core of the tooth.
3. In cases of periodontitis, if infectious gum diseases provoke bleeding, swelling of soft tissues and pain.
4. During the recovery period after unit extraction or other dental surgical procedures.
5. After removal of the cyst.
6. To reduce discomfort and relieve enamel sensitivity that occurs as a reaction to a professional whitening procedure.

The dosage of the drug for an adult is calculated in the amount of one tablet. But you should take them no more often than every 6 hours, and you should not take more than 4 of them per day. After drinking the tablet, relief occurs within a maximum of half an hour, and if you use soluble options, then after 15 minutes the pain will completely subside. What is important is that before visiting a doctor you need to stop taking the drug at least three hours before.

Cost of the drug

What are the contraindications?

Avoid taking the substance if you suffer from bronchial asthma, intolerance to ibuprofen, peptic ulcers of the stomach and duodenum, colitis, gastritis, diabetes, or severe somatic diseases. Nurofen should not be taken by those who have renal, hepatic or heart failure.

It should be used with caution by elderly people. It is better for lactating and pregnant women to avoid taking the drug. This should be done even though the drug is absolutely prohibited only in the third trimester. After all, it has been proven that it penetrates the placental barrier and into breast milk. No direct negative consequences were found, but no one can exclude a potential danger to the baby’s health.

In old age, the drug should be taken with caution

“I don’t know if Nurofen helps with toothache, but my grandfather had a side effect from using it. He is hypertensive and his blood pressure increased while taking it. Then the doctor told us that the drug causes fluid retention in the body and swelling. And that you need to carefully read the instructions for it, otherwise you can get allergies and even anaphylactic shock, vomiting and diarrhea. Personally, when I took it, I always felt weak and drowsy. I also had a hard time concentrating. So it’s definitely not for everyone.”

Clara, from correspondence on woman.ru

Nurofen against toothache

Many people wonder whether Nurofen really helps with acute toothache. Here it should be understood that this medicine does not cure the disease, but only temporarily blocks the unpleasant sensations that are a consequence of dental problems. Nurofen is

a drug containing high levels of ibuprofen, which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The medicine is available in convenient forms:

• syrups, suspension and suppositories - for children;
• pills;
• water-soluble effervescent tablets.

Thanks to the variety of release forms, the drug Nurofen for getting rid of toothache is easy to choose for any age group. The drug in the form of a suspension helps well in the treatment of acute toothache in children of school and preschool age.

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The medicine has antipyretic and analgesic properties. Nurofen relieves inflammation, which makes it effective in the treatment of inflammatory diseases,

accompanied by pain. Nurofen is effective in the treatment of arthritis and osteochondrosis; it is often prescribed as an analgesic after surgery and for acute toothache.

The effectiveness of the drug Nurofen, in particular, for toothache, is due to the effect of the components directly on the site of inflammation. The medicine affects the body, preventing an increase in temperature, reducing the process of inflammation and blocking pain.

Features of application

If you use a drug such as Nurofen for toothache, then do it correctly. The manufacturer recommends taking the medicine during meals, then it is absorbed more slowly into the gastrointestinal tract and blood, and reduces the risk of gastrointestinal irritation, which is especially important in young children.

When taking Nurofen on an empty stomach, the maximum concentration of the substance in the blood plasma is achieved after 45 minutes. When taken simultaneously with food, such indicators are recorded only after 1-2 hours. There is also interesting information for women planning pregnancy: the use of the drug affects ovulation and inhibits the functioning of the reproductive system. But when the substance is withdrawn, it is restored. In any case, you should not abuse it.

Strictly follow the dosage depending on age and dosage form used. For example, classic tablets for adults and children over 12 years of age should be used at the following interval: 1 tablet (200 mg) up to 3-4 times a day with a break of six hours. Adults can increase the dosage to 2 tablets or 400 milligrams at a time, but not more than 1200 milligrams per day.

The drug should be used according to instructions

The children's suspension should be calculated based on the baby's age: up to six months - 2.5 milliliters 3 times a day, up to 1 year - 2.5 milliliters, but up to 4 times a day. For children from one to three years old, the dosage can be increased to 5 milliliters at a time, from 4 to 6 years old - up to 7.5 milliliters. It is recommended to give 10 milliliters to primary schoolchildren, 15 milliliters to adolescents 10-12 years old.

Please use this medication only for oral administration - there is no need to apply the medicine to the aching tooth. Not only will it not help, but at the same time you can “burn” the enamel and weak gums.

It is important to remember that the drug is not designed for long-term treatment. If after 3 days there is no relief, then you should consult a doctor who will select another, more effective medicine that is safe for your health. And of course, you shouldn’t suppress a pain symptom when it comes to a tooth without going to the dentist’s office. We need to get rid of the problem, and not just its characteristic manifestations.

If you make an appointment with a doctor, it is mandatory 3 hours before the visit. After all, the analgesic may have an unpredictable reaction with the anesthesia that you will be given before treatment. The most striking example is that an anesthetic simply will not give the desired effect; you will not be susceptible to it against the background of a recently taken medication.

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1. According to the official website of the company https://www.rb.com/ru/

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Comments

What do you think is more effective, Nise or Nurofen? And is it possible to drink them at the same time, as my daughter-in-law does?

Tatyana Vasilievna Zotova (11/03/2018 at 12:48 pm) Reply to comment

Good afternoon, Tatyana Vasilievna! These two drugs contain different active ingredients. “Nise” contains nimesulide, and “Nurofen” contains ibuprofen. The first drug is more effective for acute throbbing pain, but there are many more contraindications for it, so the adequacy of its use can only be confirmed by a doctor in each specific case. For example, it may be prescribed in cases where Nurofen was not suitable or did not give the desired effect. Drinking them at the same time is contraindicated, despite the different active ingredients, because this will cause severe damage to the liver, kidneys and stomach. As a last resort, it is important to maintain an interval of 1 hour between taking these two drugs.

Editorial staff of the portal UltraSmile.ru (05.11.2018 at 09:36) Reply to comment

Nurofen is very expensive, can you recommend analogues that will allow you to save your budget more efficiently?

Bika (08.11.2018 at 21:50) Reply to comment

Bika, you can just take Ibuprofen, for example. Its price is about 30-40 rubles per package. There are also MIG tablets with a similar active composition, their price is about 75 rubles per pack.

Editorial staff of the portal UltraSmile.ru (11.11.2018 at 08:51) Reply to comment

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Selection of dosage form

Nurofen is available in several dosage forms:

• Suspensions, syrups and suppositories - for children;
• Effervescent tablets for oral solution;
• Express Forte capsules;
• Tablets for oral use.

Another tablet form, Nurofen Plus, containing codeine, is not sold in pharmacies without a doctor’s prescription, as it is an opioid drug.

Nurofen against toothache is effective in any dosage form, but the time after which it begins to help may vary. The tablets dissolve in the small intestine, and therefore their time of action is somewhat later - after an hour. If you rinse your mouth with a solution made from an effervescent water-soluble tablet, the analgesic effect may occur faster, but this is harmful to tooth enamel.

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It is better to give Nurofen to a child for toothache in the form of a suspension or syrup . If the child is very small and cannot rinse the mouth on his own, the medicine can be swallowed and it will take effect within half an hour.