ibuprofen

ibu·pro·fen

noun \ˌī-byu̇-ˈprō-fən also ī-ˈbyü-prə-fən\

Definition of IBUPROFEN

: a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug C₁₃H₁₈O₂ used to relieve pain and fever

Origin of IBUPROFEN

is- + butyl + propionic acid + -fen (alteration of phenyl)

First Known Use: 1967

ibu·pro·fen

noun \ˌī-byu̇-ˈprō-fən\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of IBUPROFEN

: a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug C₁₃H₁₈O₂ used in over-the-counter preparations to relieve pain and fever and in prescription strength especially to relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and degenerative arthritis—see advil, motrin

ibuprofen

noun    (Concise Encyclopedia)

Analgesic, one of the NSAIDs, especially effective against minor pain, fever, and inflammation. It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. It may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and should not be taken by anyone who has an allergy to aspirin or takes anticoagulants. Brand names include Advil, Motrin, and Nuprin. See also acetaminophen.