Prescription Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication. See also:
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Alternative... Read more
More information on "Prescription Ibuprofen"
From Our Experts
Dual Use of Prescription and Over-the-Counter NSAIDs
Nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly used to treat the pain and swelling of arthritis and other musculoskeletal... Read more »
11/5/07 #1: Why are abortive medications limited in quantity on...
Full Question:Why are abortive medications limited in quantity on prescription plans? I find that I take ASA before trying the abortive... Read more »
Long-term Use of Ibuprofen Cuts Alzheimer's Risk
Long term use of the painkiller ibuprofen when taken for more than five years has been found to decrease the risk of Alzheimer's disease by... Read more »
From Our Sources
Ibuprofen best for kids' pain, study finds
The pain reliever ibuprofen may be the best choice for some kinds of pain in children, a new study suggests. Researchers in Canada gave comparable... Read more »
NSAIDs like Celebrex, ibuprofen linked to higher risk of birth...
Women in a Canadian study who took non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) during their first trimester were more than twice as likely to have... Read more »
How to save on prescription drugs
Statistics suggest that the recession has caused many people to cut back on their prescription drugs. But experts say there are ways people can save... Read more »
10 ways to save on prescriptions
A recent study by Consumer Reports has found that 28 percent of Americans have taken dangerous steps to cut the cost of their prescription... Read more »
Admissions for prescription painkiller abuse on rise
Admissions for treatment of prescription painkiller abuse in the United States have risen dramatically over the past decade, from one percent of all... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
