Meaning of the word ibuprofen in English

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ibuprofen

US /ˌaɪ.bjuːˈproʊ.fen/

UK /ˌaɪ.bjuːˈprəʊ.fen/

a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for pain relief, fever reduction, and anti-inflammatory effects

Example:

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She took ibuprofen to relieve her headache.

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Ibuprofen is commonly used for muscle aches and fever.

Synonym:

Advil Motrin Nuprin