Use of ibuprofen in pediatric population
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https://doi.org/10.13112/PC.2024.25Keywords:
ibuprofen, analgesia, antipyresis, anti-inflammatory effectAbstract
Fever is a common clinical issue, causing concern for parents and being the most frequent reason for visits to pediatricians and pediatric emergency services. Pain accompanies children in various pathological conditions during their growth. Although the importance of pain perception and the use of analgesics is emphasized, pain in the pediatric population is still insufficiently recognized, unlike fever. Ibuprofen is one of the most commonly used medications in the pediatric population, indicated for reducing fever, as well as relieving pain and inflammation in various diseases. The pharmacological properties of ibuprofen indicate a good safety profile with effective results, contributing to its widespread use. The most commonly expected adverse reactions, considering the mechanism of action, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, are rare in children. In a healthy child, there are no adverse effects on the kidneys; however, in conditions of dehydration or kidney disease, fluid volume should be replenished before administering ibuprofen. Given its broad application during fever caused by infection, some conditions are associated with more severe clinical skin and respiratory infections. It is also linked to exacerbations of asthma and a higher risk of asthma if used during pregnancy and the early years of life.This potential association requires additional research to be methodologically confirmed. Therefore, in this paper, through a literature review, we present the effectiveness and safety of ibuprofen use in the pediatric population in various pathological condition.
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