Types of ibuprofen
There are several types of ibuprofen. Their difference is in the ingredients used. You are advised to read the medication labels carefully. This will help you know exactly what ingredients are contained within a drug that you might be considering.
This way you are able to avoid the ones that might be potentially dangerous or risky for you to take. It can also prevent you from accidentally doubling up on the same drug.
Keep an eye out for products sold under these brand names in the U.S., as they all contain ibuprofen:
- Addaprin
- Midol
- Proprinal
- Advil
- Cedaprin
- Motrin
- Profen
- Ultraprin
There are also certain products in the market that have ibuprofen on their labels along with other ingredients, some of which includes:
- famotidine, sold under the name Duexis
- hydrocodone, sold under the name Ibudone
- phenylephrine, which includes several products that combat sinus congestion under the brand names of Advil or Sudafed
Additionally, many drugstores, grocery stores, and big box stores sell products that contain ibuprofen under a store-specific label or name. Always check the labels when making a purchase. Some injectable medications contain ibuprofen, too.
Other NSAIDs, like naproxen [6], should also not be combined with ibuprofen. A person taking any sort of steroid, like prednisone, should talk with their doctor before taking any NSAIDs.