- Relieves pain and reduces inflammation.
- Works by inhibiting prostaglandin production.
- Take with water, with or after food.
- Avoid with stomach, kidney, or liver problems.
- Do not use in the last trimester of pregnancy.
This is a widely used medicine that may help relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower a fever. It is often used for headaches, muscle pain, joint pain, period pain, and fever linked to flu or a cold. It belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. These medicines work by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. By inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, it can help ease pain, reduce swelling, and lower body temperature during a fever. The effect is usually noticeable within 30 minutes and can last for several hours. The effect can vary from person to person.
