Only certain dosages of NSAIDS including ibuprofen can be purchased over the counter. 800mg ibuprofen is not available without a prescription.

Ibuprofen OTC pills are available as 100 mg or 200 mg, Stronger or more potent strengths are only available with a valid prescription including the 400 mg, 600 mg, or 800 mg tablets.

For adults, the maximum daily dose of prescription strength ibuprofen is 3200 mg (4 maximum doses). The dosage prescribed depends on your diagnosis or medical condition. Age and weight determine ibuprofen dosage for children.

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine (NSAID) called Ibuprofen relieves mild to moderate discomfort. Additionally, it helps to lessen the symptoms of arthritis, including inflammation, stiffness, and joint pain (whether it is from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or juvenile arthritis).

Ibuprofen can harm your health if taken in higher doses than prescribed, just like any other medication. Ibuprofen abuse can cause severe damage to your digestive system, increase risk of internal bleeding and raise your risk of heart attack and stroke. Ibuprofen overdose can be fatal in some circumstances.

Ibuprofen should be used for a maximum of 4-5 days if taking it without a doctor’s or chemist’s supervision. Limit your intake to a maximum of 600 mg every 8 hours and only take what is necessary to reduce fever or pain.

Ibuprofen and Tylenol (Acetaminophen) work well to relieve pain and fever, although they have varying potencies. While Ibuprofen’s anti-inflammatory qualities make it slightly superior to manage pain and inflammation, simultaneously. Tylenol may be considered better at lowering pain and fever.