Ibuprofen
Ibu is a brand-name nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and decrease inflammation. It is typically used for conditions such as headaches, muscle aches, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and minor injuries.
Ibu is an NSAID brand used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 217693
- Generic
- Ibu
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Commonly prescribed or recommended for mild to moderate pain relief, fever reduction, and inflammation associated with conditions such as headaches, toothaches, back pain, arthritis, muscle strains, menstrual cramps, and common cold symptoms.
As an NSAID, it works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which reduces the production of prostaglandins—chemicals in the body that cause pain, fever, and inflammation.
May cause stomach upset, kidney problems, or increased cardiovascular risk. Should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible. Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, nursing, or taking other medications.
Official drug label
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