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

According to both sources, treatment includes resting the wrist and thumb, applying ice to help with swelling and taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatories and pain relievers, such as ibuprofen. —Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 6 May 2026

Consider these alternatives instead This 500-count of ibuprofen tablets is an excellent alternative to more expensive brands and is just as effective for reducing inflammation, pain and fever. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026

It is generally not recommended for pregnant women to take ibuprofen, Advil, during pregnancy due to the risk of complications. —Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026

Amalia was treated with ibuprofen by the center’s clinicians, but the fever persisted. —Ian Crouch, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ibuprofen

• gonadotrophin

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