Chemical Name: IBUPROFEN (eye-byoo-PROE-fen)

Ibuprofen is used to relieve the pain, tenderness, inflammation, and stiffness caused by arthritis and gout. It is also used to reduce fever and to relieve headaches, muscle aches, menstrual pain, aches and pains from the common cold, backache, and pain after surgery or dental work.

SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication includes headache, dizziness, nervousness, upset stomach, stomach pain or cramps, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea and gas.