What is Ibuprofen Lysine: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Ibuprofen Lysine overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Neoprofen

Generic Names:

  • Ibuprofen Lysine

Uses:

  • Treats a heart condition known as patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in premature babies. This drug is an NSAID.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Analgesic, Central Nervous System Agent, Musculoskeletal Agent

Forms:

  • Injectable

How it’s taken:

  • By injection

What is Ibuprofen Lysine used for?

What form(s) does Ibuprofen Lysine come in

  • Injectable

What are common Ibuprofen Lysine doses?

  • Vial 2ML of 10MG/ML

Common Ibuprofen Lysine prescriptions

  • Ibuprofen Lysine
    2ml of 10mg/ml vial

How to take Ibuprofen Lysine

  • A nurse or other health professional will give your child this medicine.

  • This medicine must be given slowly to your child through the IV port, which is already in place, for over 15 minutes.

  • A nurse or other health professional will give your child this medicine.

  • This medicine must be given slowly to your child through the IV port, which is already in place, for over 15 minutes.

What to do if you miss a dose of Ibuprofen Lysine

Ibuprofen Lysine contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. This medicine should not be given if your child had an allergic reaction to ibuprofen lysine, or if your child has congenital heart disease, active bleeding, blood clotting problems, serious stomach or bowel problems (including necrotizing enterocolitis), or serious kidney problems.

Ibuprofen Lysine warnings

  • Tell your doctor if your child has any infection or bleeding problems.

  • High fever and chills

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

  • Yellow skin or eyes

Ibuprofen Lysine interactions

  • Some medicines may affect how ibuprofen lysine works. Tell your doctor if your child is also receiving amikacin or diuretics (water pill).

Ibuprofen Lysine side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Yellow skin or eyes

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

  • High fever, chills, sore throat, cough, body aches

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed

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