Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (nsaid). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Ibuprofen is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury.
The most common is through a peripheral line, saline or heparin lock. There are many reasons for using the intravenous method of drug administration, such as the saline lock or heparin lock. Each is the fastest way to deliver the drug and makes the drug available to the body instantly. Both controlling and maintaining drug levels is considerably easier with intravenous administration.
Medication is administered through the hep lock, which keeps veins accessible to the health care provider. A hep lock is usually inserted into the arm of a patient's body. Medical professionals commonly use a hep lock for pregnant women. A hep lock may be used with pregnant women to administer medications more quickly. A hep lock is a good alternative to an intravenous line for patients who receive multiple medications.