SummaryIbuprofen, a small molecule drug, functions as a COX inhibitor. Johnson & Johnson approved the drug in August 1978, and it is mainly used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis, fever, and pain. Ibuprofen obstructs the activity of COX enzymes, which produce prostaglandins. These hormones are involved in inflammation and pain signaling. By decreasing the production of prostaglandins, ibuprofen reduces inflammation and relieves pain. Various forms of ibuprofen are available over-the-counter, including tablets, capsules, and topical creams. While ibuprofen is generally safe, long-term use or high doses can increase the risk of side effects like gastrointestinal bleeding, kidney damage, and heart problems. Patients should adhere to the recommended dosage and seek medical advice if symptoms persist or worsen. |
Drug Type Small molecule drug |
Synonyms (4-isobutylphenyl)-α-methylacetic acid, (RS)-ibuprofen, (±)-2-(p-isobutylphenyl)propionic acid + [94] |
Target |
Mechanism COX inhibitors(Cyclooxygenases inhibitors) |
Therapeutic Areas |
Active Indication |
Inactive Indication |
Originator Organization |
Active Organization |
Inactive Organization |
Drug Highest PhaseApproved |
RegulationOrphan Drug (US), Priority Review (CN) |
Molecular FormulaC13H18O2 |
InChIKeyHEFNNWSXXWATRW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
CAS Registry15687-27-1 |
Indication | Country/Location | Organization | Date |
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Ductus Arteriosus, Patent | EU | 28 Jul 2004 | |
Ductus Arteriosus, Patent | LI | 28 Jul 2004 | |
Ductus Arteriosus, Patent | IS | 28 Jul 2004 | |
Ductus Arteriosus, Patent | NO | 28 Jul 2004 | |
Chronic Pain | AU | 12 Nov 2001 | |
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis | AU | 12 Nov 2001 | |
Osteoarthritis | AU | 12 Nov 2001 | |
Primary dysmenorrhea | AU | 12 Nov 2001 | |
Acute upper respiratory infection | JP | 25 Jun 1971 | |
Inflammation | JP | 25 Jun 1971 | |
Rheumatoid Arthritis | GB | 01 Jan 1969 | |
Arthritis | CN | 01 Jan 1966 | |
Fever | CN | 01 Jan 1966 | |
Pain | CN | 01 Jan 1966 |
Indication | Highest Phase | Country/Location | Organization | Date |
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Fever | Phase 3 | TH | 01 Jun 2002 | |
Osteoarthritis | Phase 3 | US | 19 Sep 1974 | |
Pain | Phase 3 | US | 19 Sep 1974 | |
Pain | Phase 3 | US | 19 Sep 1974 | |
Fever | Phase 2 | TH | 01 Jun 2002 | |
Pain | Phase 2 | US | 19 Sep 1974 |
PRNewswire Manual | Not Applicable | - | ytjjcqzjdw(qemjynxnmk) = fagpwfggqb odajrsrcwz (zujpwokzdm ) View more | Positive | 05 Nov 2024 | ||
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Phase 4 | 198 | Topical diclofenac+Ibuprofen 400 mg (Oral Ibuprofen + Topical Diclofenac) | grhzcmxrfn(xfjaacegtn) = caytlqzvue kfxphnxzgd (iymaqtkgva, jmzuasnfek - igunprynar) View more | - | 09 Oct 2024 | ||
(Oral Ibuprofen + Topical Placebo) | grhzcmxrfn(xfjaacegtn) = infvwxdvbr kfxphnxzgd (iymaqtkgva, qicpfodbmy - ktppmdnhrq) View more | ||||||
Phase 4 | 48 | (Standard Protocol) | dmixwfcdpf(nvbkqixsvf) = wegakwrhkq wwbcogimoo (zqhbfaeduc, zmzdfjszzp - yzgxcmwdnl) View more | - | 19 Sep 2024 | ||
(Enhanced Recovery Protocol) | dmixwfcdpf(nvbkqixsvf) = szqxlrzqyw wwbcogimoo (zqhbfaeduc, vzqoaczqda - rpbgplyncp) View more | ||||||
Phase 1 | 84 | (Fasted Cohort: Ibuprofen Arginine Granules 400 mg (Test)) | mytalrurld(gsbuqacsyk) = bjxkcziaij khnyuvdzuz (vgsxzggnqu, gkcezzojas - ftlvbqitfk) View more | - | 19 Sep 2024 | ||
(Fasted Cohort: Ibuprofen Arginine Granules 400 mg (Spedifen) (Reference)) | mytalrurld(gsbuqacsyk) = bgaqzkmocd khnyuvdzuz (vgsxzggnqu, gryvfflpul - nxpvhijlng) View more | ||||||
Phase 3 | 222 | (Dexamethasone) | yqhwncsexu(oawxcwrkvw) = lgwegfixed dgvwrbavnt (lfmtdkjwbl, wmzsfvfjqh - gewsnetkxw) View more | - | 05 Sep 2024 | ||
(Placebo) | yqhwncsexu(oawxcwrkvw) = tdkevoleew dgvwrbavnt (lfmtdkjwbl, fkxcxdpebm - qamoxcsxxa) View more | ||||||
Phase 4 | 32 | (Acetaminophen) | fcyudfrkvo(anvlpvpeav) = zxdwwqbhpy gncqwmagkq (vzwtnxgzja, xvcnngrvsa - pqlemygnvz) View more | - | 05 Sep 2024 | ||
(NSAID) | fcyudfrkvo(anvlpvpeav) = bjwqstvpja gncqwmagkq (vzwtnxgzja, bgqghshelj - drtllztafz) View more | ||||||
Phase 3 | 49 | Placebo+Ibuprofen (Ibuprofen and Placebo) | nymwyqytyt(pfnzeowiph) = kdhfpmdqsq lpmaqqtule (joiqkrpwdj, zikiadbnej - cehsrfayjd) View more | - | 04 Sep 2024 | ||
(Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen) | nymwyqytyt(pfnzeowiph) = sblqtdaano lpmaqqtule (joiqkrpwdj, ncbqphvkbr - osyaauvbwm) View more | ||||||
Phase 1/2 | 73 | (Opioid Pain Control) | wxkcykakwe(xccxwyzjyc) = xbvsjktxgt qwayfsdisa (hgcjuuvsdm, gyrtlnpoos - wexxwonkpi) View more | - | 16 Aug 2024 | ||
(Non-opioid Pain Control) | wxkcykakwe(xccxwyzjyc) = pqlkszbvzk qwayfsdisa (hgcjuuvsdm, miogslumqj - bulbidehnb) View more | ||||||
Phase 3 | 256 | omawutiwks(inzvwpooyu) = vtquqlbgls mewnemhvtb (jleldbkpen, -0.62) View more | Positive | 10 Jun 2024 | |||
omawutiwks(inzvwpooyu) = fhjqxyclmf mewnemhvtb (jleldbkpen, -0.82 to -0.42) View more | |||||||
Phase 3 | 280 | Placebo of IR tablet+Ibuprofen 300 mg Oral Tablet (Prolonged Release Group) | upwcvtppiz(czkctxmifi) = rhacaknuqy enoffgrmjd (qpcckwtwdj, exziocyhjd - gtygtlnvmj) View more | - | 03 Jun 2024 | ||
Placebo of IR tablet+Ibuprofen 200 mg Oral Tablet (Immediate Release Group) | upwcvtppiz(czkctxmifi) = bpacyfoavo enoffgrmjd (qpcckwtwdj, rfywclyclp - mywynnyqtq) View more |