ibuprofen

noun

ibu·​pro·​fen ˌī-byu̇-ˈprō-fən 

 also  ī-ˈbyü-prə-fən

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

Examples of ibuprofen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Take medication for pain like Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen) or Tylenol (acetaminophen). —Andrew Greenberg, Verywell Health, 12 Sep. 2024

The affordable spot treatment contains ibuprofen piconol (yes, like the pain reliever), and isopropylmethylphenol to reduce redness and inflammation while killing acne-causing bacteria. —Devon Abelman, Allure, 12 Aug. 2024

Here's what to know about taking ibuprofen while breastfeeding. —Dory Zayas, Parents, 30 July 2024

For example, try icing the affected area, applying heat, resting your arm, and/or taking over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen). —Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

ibuprofen

noun

ibu·​pro·​fen ˌī-byu̇-ˈprō-fən 

: 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