Advil Topical Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug Cream
Pronounced: (EYE-bue-PROE-fen)
Advil Oral Uses
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis. It is also used to reduce fever and to relieve minor aches and pain due to the common cold or flu. Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause...
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