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ibuprofen
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Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen
, from
i
so
bu
tyl
phen
yl
pro
panoic acid, is a
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAID) used for treating
pain
,
fever
, and
inflammation
. This includes
painful menstrual periods
,
migraines
, and
rheumatoid arthritis
. About 60% of people improve with any given NSAID, and it is recommended that if one does not work then another should be tried. It may also be used to close a
patent ductus arteriosus
in a
premature baby
. It can be used by mouth or
intravenously
. It typically begins working within an hour.
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