Ibuprofen User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Chr...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 22, 2020

Ibuprofen for Back Pain "The new ad with the catchy song “we want to praise you for your strength” seems to empower you with the thought that you keep strong through all your pain, and maybe Advil helps this too. It does, it did for me. I took two in the AM and two in the PM for 3-4 years and kept doing anything physical I wanted to - until I was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD). I only have 30% kidney function, and I am not able to take any NSAIDs anymore. I can only take acetaminophen, and I am in constant pain because acetaminophen does not reduce inflammation like Advil does. BE CAREFUL, the ads say “what pain?” Well, when your kidneys won't function properly, you will learn what pain is when you can’t take Advil anymore because you took it for too long, and then a doctor says, “would you like me to prescribe an opioid for your pain now?” No, thank you. Read the label!!!"

• psy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 12, 2018

For Back Pain "Ibuprofen certainly seems to reduce the pain in my back and has been very effective in eliminating pain in my toothache. But it can (mildly) upset my stomach, especially if I take it without food. Even if taken with food, my stomach can feel 'strange' and feel as if something is irritating it. It's hard to properly describe. I could be imagining it. There is increased intestinal (loud) rumbling and other noises as well. Still, it seems to work where paracetamol is totally ineffective."

• Day...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 17, 2013

Ibuprofen for Headache "I've been suffering from headaches/migraines due to stress, menstrual cramps, and dry sinuses for 5 years now, and I have to say Motrin is very amazing with results. I would usually take 2 to 3 pills with food, and about an hour or 2, it takes the pain away. No side effects!"

• Pil...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 13, 2024

For Chronic Pain "It's my favorite NSAID. It helps with muscle pain more than others. Excellent for dental pain! It's too hard on my intestines (as it is warned in many places). I only take it when it's prescribed to me or if I sprain my wrist or ankle badly. Other than that, I don't touch it. I have some intestinal issues. NSAIDs cause inflammation in the intestines, and it does not relieve the pain for me. It doesn't matter what kind. I can use 'methyl salicylate' topically, which is what I usually do for sprains or other muscle pain. For the rare fever, I use a different NSAID. I still prefer ibuprofen over the other OTCs. It is more effective for me."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2018

Ibuprofen for Pain "Tried using Advil PM due to fibromyalgia pain and wasn't able to sleep. However, I probably would have slept better if I didn't take anything because not only did it not help me sleep, it failed to take any of the slightest pain away."

• NCR...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2016

Ibuprofen for Pain "Excellent anti-inflammatory/NSAID. Worked well on a sprained big toe that caused swelling in that area. It works better than the store brand generic. I know people claim they are the same, but I can tell the difference."

• Kal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 26, 2013

For Fever "My son is sick with influenza B. Last night his fever skyrocketed above 104, he vomited, wouldn't move, eat, or talk. I was terrified. I called the doctor, and he recommended children's ibuprofen. Within an hour of taking it, he was asleep. I give it every 6 hours, and today he is 100 percent better, playing and even eating. I can't believe how well it works!"

• Iva...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 16, 2018

For Headache "I’ve always turned to ibuprofen when I have headaches. It tends to help me by removing the headache in the first place. I recommend you buy the Walmart brand (Equate) because it’s a good generic brand, and it works really well."

• Pam...
• July 25, 2017

For Period Pain "I've had bad period cramps since I started menstruating. I used ibuprofen, but 400 mg every four to six hours was not enough; I was afraid to take more until I read the prescription dosage for arthritis was as high as 3,200 mg per day. I bumped my dosage up to 600 mg per dose, and that made a huge difference. I recommend talking to a doctor or pharmacist about how much to take if the typical dose isn't working for you."

• JB ...
• December 26, 2016

Ibuprofen for Headache "Always take these pain pills. It's the ONLY ONE that works for me, and I visited too many doctors' offices and changed medications, but I always come back to Advil because it's safer to take this compared to the doctor's prescription."

• rox...
• May 21, 2011

For Period Pain "I always take these pills when I have my period, and it usually takes away the pain within an hour or so, but I do not recommend you take ibuprofen without eating first, as I have done in the past. Not such a good idea."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 22, 2018

For Pain "Please note that gastric bypass patients must stop all use of ibuprofen and Aleve forever, as they are harmful to your pouch and create ulcers. I just was hospitalized for my ibuprofen use, as it caused a hole in my pouch."

• BEa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 5, 2019

For Sciatica "I have mild sciatica pain from time to time, but after picking up my 25-pound granddaughter during a recent visit and pulling a muscle in my hip, I developed sciatica so painful I literally could not sit down. My doctor suggested ice and heat and an Advil regimen. I started taking two Advil three times a day (200 mg tablets) and did this for six days. The pain just didn’t diminish. My doctor then prescribed a muscle relaxer, so I started taking it while continuing with the Advil. Still no real improvement. I decided to stop the Advil, as my son-in-law told me it was not good to take too much of it for a lengthy time. Well, after 24 hours of not taking the Advil, I felt so much better! I’m able to actually sit in a chair with no pain! I don’t know if the Advil was interfering with the muscle relaxer (baclofen) or whether it simply had not ever worked for me, and I didn’t realize it."

• Suz...
• October 20, 2019

For Pain "My lower spine was injured in a car accident. The L-3 was crushed, resulting in paralysis in one leg. I also developed Crohn’s disease. After using ibuprofen for months, I developed symptoms of stomach ulcers, so I stopped taking it, and within a day, the feelings of being either hot or cold completely disappeared. I can now sleep through the night without waking up hot and sweaty. I would also experience episodes of feeling extremely cold, oftentimes soon after feeling extremely hot. I would put on extra clothing, go to bed with extra blankets until I finally warmed up. These two symptoms went on for months but have now completely stopped shortly after stopping the ibuprofen."

• Iva...
• October 17, 2009

For Pain "This medicine works super for pain if you take enough. I used it for many months for back pain due to disc protrusion. Chronic use gave me stomach problems. I used too much, and my doctor claimed I was passing blood, so I use it sparingly now if the Tylenol-based medicines do not work well enough. It helps mild headache to where Tylenol does nothing. When you start having heartburn or loose bowel movements, stop taking ibuprofen and use something else, tell your doctor, or you will hurt yourself seriously. Over-the-counter does not mean safe to use as you wish."

• Whe...
• April 2, 2012

Ibuprofen for Pain "I've been taking Advil (ibuprofen) since 1999 for headaches and body pains. I sometimes take this with the prescription medication Maxalt (which treats migraines). I've had REALLY bad headaches and migraines since I was in grade school and took Tylenol until I was in my late 20s. I then started taking the regular 2-tablet dose, 400 mg. I HAVE, on occasion, upped the dosage (not on doctors' instruction) to 600 mg if the 400 mg dosage isn't effective and the pain doesn't subside within 30-45 minutes."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 15, 2019

Ibuprofen for Muscle Pain "Advil works great for inflammation and pain, but has anybody experienced blood vessels breaking under the skin after long-term use? If I scratch my arm over my clothes, it will make a horrible spot. It only happens on my arms, so weird."

• pse...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 16, 2016

Ibuprofen for Headache "Advil is my pain reliever of choice, and I take it occasionally to relieve severe headaches; however, it is not without its (many) faults. For starters, it often takes as long as 2 hours to start acting. Also, it is VERY hard on my stomach—taking even the smallest recommended dose makes me feel queasy and nauseous. I actually prefer the children's Advil, as it has a similar pain-relieving effect without as much stomach pain. Overall, Advil is a worthwhile pain medication, but I would recommend using it sparingly."

• Lou...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 15, 2023

For Headache "I've been using ibuprofen for a pretty long time. I have frequent and really painful migraines, and it honestly helps. It doesn't eliminate 100% of the pain, but it makes it bearable enough for me to function in my life. The only thing that bothers me is that I have chronic pain that tends to flare up after I take ibuprofen. That's probably something I'd have to discuss with my doctor. Ibuprofen Sandoz 400mg."

• Ori...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 28, 2019

For Pain "I was taken kicking and screaming off of Norco 10/325 x 6 daily and put on buprenorphine 2 mg twice a day and ibuprofen (Advil) 200 mg as needed. I did not realize the side effects from the Norco were so bad until I stopped it (severe itching, severe intestinal cramping, constant watching the clock waiting until my next dose). I have lumbar stenosis and severe pain in my left foot. The buprenorphine keeps it down to a level 3-5 most of the time, and when it gets bad, just one 200 mg OTC Advil knocks it back to 1-3. I have yet to experience stomach upset at this low dose. I wouldn't have believed it if you told me either. Incredibly effective for an OTC pain reliever."

• UUM...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 10, 2018

For Pain "I have osteoarthritis of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and tinnitus. The ibuprofen helped with the pain initially, but it increased the tinnitus over time. It was great short-term, but not good long-term. If you have tinnitus (ringing of the ears), I would suggest not taking it or other NSAIDs."

• Sen...
• April 15, 2017

For Pain "I took 400 mg of ibuprofen every 6 to 8 hours in the hospital for chest pain caused by radiation for breast cancer. Since coming home from the hospital after four days, I am now reducing to one 200 mg tablet every 6 to 8 hours. Will taper off in the next couple of days. It has really worked wonders for the terrible pain in my chest."

• ald...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 7, 2023

For Back Pain "I take 600 mg every morning and midday, and that seems to work mostly, but occasionally I have to take Tramadol for breakthrough pain of my degenerative back and sciatica. I always have to take it with food, or nausea sets in. The use of Ibuprofen also does not have the side effects of E.D. that Tramadol has on me. I use this quantity so I do not rely on Tramadol or get an addiction to it. Sparingly is the word."

• Raz...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 30, 2023

For Gout, Acute "I suffered 10/10 on the pain scale with gout for about 3 months, and taking Vicodin 10mg/300mg, and it didn't even touch the pain. Then I was prescribed Ibuprofen 600mg and took 2 tablets, and it was like night and day. It killed the pain and inflammation, and that's when I made the switch to Ibuprofen for anything pain-related. I swear by it and call it the wonder drug."

• Dar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 11, 2019

Ibuprofen for Period Pain "As much as I don’t like taking medications (I just feel like it’s not good for your kidneys and it’s not natural), I suffer from very painful period cramps every month. I tried using other remedies, but TBH none of them work (even for weed). I normally feel very weak on my first day of my period, and I almost can’t feel any blood in my limbs. Painkillers like Advil work well, and I felt like I was normal again. Would recommend it."