The Ibuprofen drug is not likely recommended to take after COVID-19 vaccination, but some doctors may advise this drug to patients if required.
According to the Journal of Virology, after taking vaccine, individuals may get affected in the immune response which leads to decrease in the production of antibodies that also reduces the COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness.
Addtionoanl Details of Ibuprofen
Medication Details
This medicine is a NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) which acts as a painkiller to treat acute to chronic pain caused due to arthritis, inflammation, fever pain and stiffness, etc.
The branded medications of this medicine are Nurofen, Motrin, and others. It is a prescribed medicine which was approved by the FDA.
Function of the Drug
Ibuprofen works in the body by prohibiting the activity of cyclooxygenase enzymes which further helps to decrease prostaglandins in the body.
Available Formulations
Different strengths and forms are obtained in this drug.
- Tablet: 100 mg, 200 mg, 400 mg, 600 mg and 800 mg.
- Capsule: 100 mg, 200 mg, 400 mg, 600 mg and 800 mg.
- Oral suspension: 100 mg/ 5 ml, 50 mg/ 1.25 ml.
- Chewable tablet: 100 mg and 50 mg.
Drug Efficacy
The effectiveness of this medicine has been shown to have fast analgesic effects in managing pain in patients. This medication starts working in approximately 30 minutes and reaches its effect in 1-2 hours.
Moreover, patients experiencing abdominal and gynecological surgery have shown more efficacy by combining this drug with hydrocodone.
Patient’s Response
The response of patients who are taking this drug after the jab is that some individuals report varying experiences with mild side effects. On the other hand, few of them decided not to take the medicine entirely or choose the alternate treatments.
Out of all different kinds of responses by patients, each person’s body reacts differently to both the medications and vaccine. It is important to ask your doctor if you have any concerns and avoid overdose if taking.