The Use of Ibuprofen

A beneficial medication for patients with Cystic Fibrosis is Ibuprofen Therapy, as some may refer to it.

Ibuprofen is a NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) which means it will not offset your bodies natural hormonal balance. OTC ibuprofen is often taken to manage/treat:

• arthritis
• menstrual cramps
• fever
• toothache
• minor injuries
• anti-platelet (reduces blood clots, not as effective as aspirin)

In 1995 the CF Foundation published results of a 4 year clinical trial of ibuprofen in people with CF ages 5-39.

Ibuprofen slowed the rate of pulmonary decline over a 4 year period (CF patients lose 4% of function per year on average)
Ibuprofen consumers had better growth
Ibuprofen consumers had less hospitalizations


Please note that ibuprofen will not improve lung functions or stop pulmonary exacerbations.

ibuprofen is also sold as: Motrin IB, Advil, Nuprin

Before taking ibuprofen, discuss it with a doctor to determine if it is right for you, what dosage would be best, and possible side effects.


Remember:

I am not a doctor. I am a CF patient. This information is from the cff.org website and my knowledge of this medication as a person with CF. This is not medical advice and should not be used as such.


sincerely,
B