Question 1

what are the tests for motrin overdose?

Accepted Answer

No Specific Tests: Although it would be possible to measure the level of drug in your blood, the main concerns would be the effect on the kidneys, liver, and platelets. You must be monitored for GI bleeding and signs of an impending vascular event such a stroke or heart attack.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: motrin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Motrin overdose: Motrin (Ibuprofen) is a nonsteroidal anti-Inflammatory drug.  An overdose is when an excessive or dangerous amount of a medication or substance is used.

Question 3

what is the treatment for motrin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Activated charcoal: If presenting to the er within 1-2 hours of ingestion, activated charcoal can be administered to reduce absorption. Otherwise, physicians treat the symptoms of advil (ibuprofen) overdose, mainly maintaining cardiac, respiratory, and renal functioning such as IV fluids.

Question 4

would motrin 800 show up in a drug test?

Accepted Answer

Motrin: Not on routine urine drug screen.

Question 5

can someone die by overdosing on advil (ibuprofen) or motrin?

Accepted Answer

Yes,long term: The long term effects on the kidneys is harmful.

Question 6

if i am allergic to medicine like motrin, could i get an allergic reaction from just touching it?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: unless it is crushed and you accidentally inhaled or swallowed the powder, also depends on the degree of sensitization, if you are extremely sensitive to the drug or to it's family , NSAIDS, even a minute amount if gets absorbed into your system would affect you, otherwise not,  have a good day

Question 7

i took midol and motrin ib and i have to take a drug test will i get a false pos?

Accepted Answer

No: These medications would be included in a drug test.

Question 8

can you mix motrin 400 and cough medicine with codine?

Accepted Answer

Motrin: Yes you can mix Ibuprofen with cough medicine containing codiene.

Question 9

can motrin medicine taken 1-2 times a week cause low blood platelets? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Motrin and the family of drugs called non steroidal antiinflammatory meds typically affect the function of the platelets.  In other words the platelets don't help the blood clot as well when a patient is taking motrin.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: children's motrin (ibuprofen) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Overdose: Technically taking more than the recommended dose per the age or weight of a child is considered an overdose.  However, that does not mean that this will make the child ill.  I would follow up with the child's pediatrician to discuss an appropriate amount based on the child's weight.

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