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

Allow this Pinch Provisions hangover kit to be of assistance, complete with ear plugs, a light blocking mask, and ibuprofen. —Annie Blackman, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2024

Speak to your healthcare provider about over-the-counter pain relievers, such as Advil (ibuprofen) or Tylenol (acetaminophen), that may help relieve symptoms.2 Medical Treatments Some causes of swallowing pain may require medical treatment, such as prescription medications or surgery. —Laura Schober, Health, 12 Oct. 2024

If necessary, take an over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication such as Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen). —Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2024

Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen can help decrease the inflammation. —Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 15 Sep. 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