Healthdirect Australia is not responsible for the content and advertising on the external website you are now entering.
Brand name: Ibuprofen (Chemists' Own) TM
Active ingredients: ibuprofen
What it is used for
For the temporary relief of acute pain where inflammation is present; headache; period pain; toothache and dental pain; minor arthritic pain; neuralgic conditions and aches and pains associated with colds and flu. Helps to reduce fever. For the temporary relief of sinus pain, rheumatic pain and muscular aches, strains and sprains where inflammation is present.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
9.5mm standard convex, white tablet film coated.
Do I need a prescription?
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 48 tablets pack
- 96 tablets pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 24 tablets pack
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient ibuprofen
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Need more information?
These trusted information partners have more on this topic.
Top results
Sore throat: what you need to know - MyDr.com.au
Most of us know what a sore throat feels like - pain or irritation in your throat that’s often worse when you swallow.
Read more on myDr website
Natural/Expectant management - Miscarriage Australia
Natural or expectant management is when you wait for your body to miscarry naturally without the use of medicines or physical treatment.
Read more on Miscarriage Australia website
Medical management - Miscarriage Australia
Medical management of miscarriage involves taking medication (mifepristone or misoprostol) to bring on the miscarriage.
Read more on Miscarriage Australia website
Coxibs and arthritis pain and inflammation - MyDr.com.au
COX-2 inhibitors (coxibs) are a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). They can help relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Read more on myDr website
Colds - MyDr.com.au
A cold is an infection caused by a virus. It usually lasts two to three days and does not cause serious illness in healthy people. Find out what products are available for colds.
Read more on myDr website
Late miscarriage - Miscarriage Australia
Late miscarriage is a pregnancy loss between 13-20 weeks gestation. It is much less common, occurring in 1-2 in 100 women.
Read more on Miscarriage Australia website
Sore throat: self-care - MyDr.com.au
A sore throat makes swallowing difficult and painful. Sore throat is common because it is associated with the common cold. Find out what products are available for sore throat.
Read more on myDr website
Medicines for babies and children
Get practical and reliable advice on giving your sick infant or child medicine, including help with measuring dosage and managing side effects.
Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website
Fever - Better Health Channel
A mild fever up to 39?C can actually help the immune system to get rid of an infection.
Read more on Better Health Channel website
Growing pains / Benign nocturnal limb pains (children) — Arthritis Australia
‘Growing pains’ is a name used to describe a pattern of pain in one or both legs, which occurs in young children often later in the evenings
Read more on Arthritis Australia website
Top results
