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Ibuprofen | Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug |
Paracetamol | Analgesic/antipyretic |
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Trade names | Combiflam, Advil Dual Action with Acetaminophen, Ibupane |
Other names | Acetaminophen/ibuprofen |
AHFS/Drugs.com | Micromedex Detailed Consumer Information |
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Routes of administration | By mouth |
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Ibuprofen/paracetamol, is a fixed-dose combination of two medications, ibuprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and paracetamol (acetaminophen).[6] It is available as a generic medication and common brand names include Combiflam.[8][9][10]
Ibuprofen/paracetamol is indicated for the short term management of mild to moderate acute pain.[7]
There is evidence that paracetamol combined with ibuprofen provides pain relief better than either medication used alone.[11][12]
See also: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug § Adverse effects, Ibuprofen § Adverse effects, and Paracetamol § Adverse effects |
The combination is available as Combiflam,[10][13] Advil Dual Action with Acetaminophen,[14][15][16] Ibupane,[1] and Combogesic.[7]