How to use ibuprofen?
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Ibuprofen can be taken orally as a syrup or tablet. They can also use it as a mousse, gel, or spray on the skin.
Uses include:
- fever
- inflammation
- headache
- menstrual pain
- the common cold
- toothache
- back pain
- arthritis
- sprains
Ibuprofen is added to some medications, such as decongestants, to create a combined cold or flu remedy.
Other medications combine ibuprofen with opioids like oxycodone. These are only for short-term use because they can be abused.
