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How Does Motrin Help A Headache?
Pronounced: (eye-byou-PRO-fen)
Uses
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat headaches, muscle aches, backaches, dental pain, menstrual cramps, arthritis, or athletic injuries. This medication is also used to reduce fever and to relieve minor aches and pains due to the common cold or flu.
This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing...
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