“Ibuprofen works by blocking the production of prostaglandins — chemicals in the body that trigger inflammation, pain, and swelling, and which play a key role in migraine attacks,” says D ...
If you need headache relief, trying an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine is usually the first step. Aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and naproxen sodium are different options you can try.
Headaches. Fevers. Period cramps. Back pain. These are all symptoms that can be treated with ibuprofen, a drug better known by one of its brand names, Advil. Carlo Allegri/Reuters The label on ...