What is Ibuprofen?
CATEGORY: Over the Counter Drugs
TYPES:Generic: IbuprofenBrand:
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drug used to relieve pain and swelling. It is thought to have lower levels of side effects than other NSAIDS and is widely found throughout over-the-counter painkiller medications.
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How do members experience Ibuprofen?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Migraine | 3,884 | 198 | |
| Pain | 1,965 | 583 | |
| Degenerative disc disease | 1,608 | 145 | |
| Psoriatic arthritis | 909 | 23 | |
| Endometriosis | 693 | 29 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach pain | 77 | |
| Nausea | 22 | |
| Gastric ulcer | 12 | |
| Acid reflux | 10 | |
| Stomach discomfort | 10 | |
| Heartburn | 9 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 81 | |
| Moderate | 127 | |
| Mild | 217 | |
| None | 873 |
Member evaluations
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Yofrazier111
evaluated on Jan 04, 2017
- Perceived effectiveness for degenerative disc disease: Slight
- Side effects: Mild
browncat87
evaluated on Dec 15, 2013
- Perceived effectiveness for foot stress fracture: Can't tell
- Side effects: Moderate
thjuland
evaluated on Apr 01, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for headaches: Major
- Side effects: None
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