Ibuprofen for Headache User Reviews

• Xox...
• August 9, 2019

"I have chronic migraines and my Dr. prescribed me 800 mg of ibuprofen 3 times a day or as needed, and let me tell you... Within 5 mins, my migraine literally melts away. I can't live without it, it really helps my condition."

• Dar...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 21, 2017

Ibuprofen "I used to take Advil for headaches years ago. I must have taken a lot of it because I had many headaches. It worked great at the time. Now I have micro colitis, which can be caused by taking too much of these NSAIDs. I really wish Google was around back in the day when I was popping all those Advil! I wouldn't be in the situation I'm in now with my stomach problems!"

• Ale...
• January 12, 2020

Ibuprofen "I get frequent headaches. By frequent, I mean I’ll get at least one every day. I’ve tried a lot of pain relief methods, but not one method or medicine has worked the way Advil has. Advil is a godsend. I’ve been using it when needed for years now. It’s truly the work of the heavens. It clears up my headache in a half hour maximum. For me, I get no side effects that others talk about (nausea, queasiness, diarrhea, etc.), and it works perfectly. I truly couldn’t imagine a more perfect medicine for pain and fever relief in my life. I recommend this medicine and nothing else for pain."

• Anonymous
• July 7, 2009

Ibuprofen "I take Motrin for my headaches, and it works within 30 minutes. I have no side effects. I have tried Aleve, Advil, Tylenol, and some prescription drugs for headaches. None have helped me like Motrin does."

• S_K...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 22, 2016

Ibuprofen "I have used Advil (Ibuprofen) for over a year for most headaches. It works like a charm, better than any other medicine I've tried, even ones previous doctors have recommended (my current one does recommend Advil). When I was a kid, I used the children's Advil (chewable), and it still worked great. It didn't taste like grease, unlike most other children's medicine I had. Now as an adult, I still love it. I've never experienced any side effects, nor have I ever had any negative reactions to it. It starts kicking in super quickly, and the headaches don't tend to come back after I take a tablet of Advil. Overall, highly recommended, not too pricey (especially for the amount of drug in each capsule and for the number of capsules in a container)."

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

Ibuprofen "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!"

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

"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."

• JB ...
• December 26, 2016

Ibuprofen "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."

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

Ibuprofen "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

"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."

• Joe...
• January 18, 2018

"I get varying types of headaches: migraine, stress, tension, sinus. Ibuprofen works most of the time but tends to take a while to work. And if taken on an empty stomach, it will make you nauseous. I recommend using the gel caps, as they seem to be softer on the stomach."

• Nec...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 19, 2016

"I get frequent headaches that I would describe as a painful tightening of the muscles in the back of my neck on the sides of the spine, right at the bottom of the skull. It's usually centered there, but the pain can radiate to the top of my head. If I take ibuprofen early enough, I can take 3 pills (600 mg), but if it's a full-blown headache, I have to take 4 or 5 depending on the severity. If I swallow the pills whole, it can take as long as 45 minutes to work. But pro tip: you can chew them (unless it is the slow-release form). They don't taste bad, and they will work a little faster. Great medication. I don't know what I'd do without it. Came here to learn the maximum dose per day. Have not noticed any bad side effects."

• Anonymous
• July 22, 2022

Ibuprofen "As of a week ago, I suffered from an acute urticarial rash after taking the tablet 'Advil.' This medicine sprouted large red hives all over my body, which burned and itched relentlessly. Worldwide, there is no medical test that can single out your allergies. Therefore, it is well-advised to remember any product that you had allergic reactions to and avoid using it again in anything else. Furthermore, consult a doctor upon the slightest sign of allergies and always be careful. Not recommended."

• Gal...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 3, 2022

"I've had chronic migraines for over 40 years, and the ONLY thing that helps is 800 mg ibuprofen. It gets rid of the headache within twenty minutes. It's much safer than some of these crazy pills doctors prescribe that have dangerous side effects. You want to drink lots of water and have a small snack with them, like crackers, etc., to avoid stomach aches."

• Ali...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 29, 2018

"I am working in a hospital and suddenly I had a headache and felt heavy at the same time. So I went to the pharmacy, asking them to give me a tablet to relieve the headache and heaviness. This was what they gave me, and it was great."

• Tit...
• January 17, 2011

"Had bought 200 mg ibuprofen over the counter today at the pharmacy while receiving my medications. Never did think too much of Tylenol and always did hear the horror stories of Tylenol and liver failure growing up, so as I've become an adult, I've weaned towards ibuprofen. I had a killer headache and took only one 200 mg ibuprofen. Great relief; my headache is long gone."

• ako...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 6, 2023

Ibuprofen "Always keep this stuff around. When I catch a real bad headache, this is lifesaving. Tylenol doesn't seem to do it for me. Advil goes to work. I no longer need oxygen tanks with Advil. Four of these and I can get back to life or sleep. Really, really comes in handy."

• Sam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 1, 2022

"I have always found ibuprofen to be the best pain reliever for whatever ails me. However, recently I had what I thought was a sinus headache that could become an infection, so I doubled down on the ibuprofen along with decongestant daily for at least 2 weeks. BEWARE! I developed what is called a “rebound headache,” which occurs when you take too much of any NSAID pain reliever for a headache. It works to relieve the headache, and then it doesn’t, and you end up with a worse headache. This is a real thing. I’m now starting month #4 with a headache that comes and goes but is always on the periphery. Now limiting my ibuprofen to every 3 days and praying for some permanent relief. Be careful with ibuprofen."

• Sha...
• February 2, 2016

Ibuprofen "Stay away from this. Took this medication at 5 AM when I woke up with a headache. Took an Advil Extra Strength. Shortly after, I was puking my guts up for like an hour. I had an exam that morning too. Needless to say, I failed my exam. Thank you, Advil. I do not recommend this."

• Anonymous
• October 2, 2011

Ibuprofen "Definitely relieves my headache."

• roc...
• November 21, 2014

Ibuprofen "I was in the hospital, and the nurse gave me this medication, and it worked really well. I have used DayQuil, ibuprofen, and many more medications, and Motrin worked the best."

• Eye...
• April 15, 2017

"Works better than Tylenol or aspirin for pain and headache. If I take 800 mg within 30 mins of the start of a headache, it'll almost always stop it."

• Sin...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 19, 2023

"Ibuprofen generally can eliminate the pain from most headaches. Though some larger or more severe headaches can still hurt even after taking ibuprofen."

• Qun...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 7, 2020

Ibuprofen "The gel tablets don't work at all for headaches. Never buying these again. I will only buy the regular Advil."

• be2...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 6, 2015

"didn't do much for my headaches."