# Ibuprofen (Ibuprofen Dye Free)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/ibuprofen
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Ibuprofen?

Ibuprofen (brand name: Ibuprofen Dye Free) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is prescribed to treat menorrhagia, bursitis, arthritis. Across the United States, 157,000 doctors prescribe Ibuprofen to approximately 2.7 million Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Ibuprofen Dye Free

## Indications

Ibuprofen is prescribed for several conditions including menorrhagia, bursitis, arthritis, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Menorrhagia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/menorrhagia)
- [Bursitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bursitis)
- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)
- [Juvenile](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/juvenile)
- [Inflammation](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/inflammation)
- [Postoperative Pain](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/postoperative-pain)
- [Premenstrual Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/premenstrual-syndrome)
- [Gout](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/gout)
- [Osteoarthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/osteoarthritis)
- [Spondylitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/spondylitis)
- [Ankylosing](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/ankylosing)
- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)

## Mechanism of action

decreasing the amount of acid made in the stomach

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

heartburn

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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