Ibuprofen
Description
Ibuprofen is a type of Non-Steroidal-Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) and Analgesic Pharmaceutical Drug whose anti-inflammatory effects are similar to those of Aspirin, but it is more potent and better tolerated than Aspirin.
Therapeutic Uses of Ibuprofen
Immune System
Ibuprofen may help to prevent Cancer - Prostate. [1]
Ibuprofen (consumed orally or applied topically) reduces Inflammation.
Musculoskeletal System
Ibuprofen is often prescribed for the treatment of the Pain associated with Backache.
Ibuprofen is sometimes prescribed to Fibromyalgia patients (although clinical studies have shown that Ibuprofen is no more effective than placebo for the treatment of Fibromyalgia). [2]
Ibuprofen is often prescribed to counteract the Inflammation and Pain associated with Gout.
Ibuprofen is often prescribed to counteract the Inflammation and Pain associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Nervous System
Ibuprofen may help to prevent Alzheimer's Disease (by reducing Amyloid-Beta Protein levels). [3]
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