Ibuprofen for Pain User Reviews

• jac...
• August 21, 2011

"Ibuprofen 600 or 800 is a great pain reliever. Although I've taken many pain medicines over the years, ibuprofen I find to be just as effective as the strong controlled substances. It's a good anti-inflammatory too. Works great for severe menstrual cramps and tooth pain as well."

• Anonymous
• October 4, 2009

"Tried everything to help with toothache over the weekend. Had to ring NHS Direct Dental, and they suggested trying ibuprofen. Thank God they did!!! Within half an hour, was able to function again without the pain. Would recommend to anyone suffering toothache."

• Dun...
• May 10, 2009

Ibuprofen "I was suffering from severe body pain, muscle ache due to severe exhaustion after a tiring day at work. Came home, had some dinner, and took one Advil Liqui-Gel (with food works best for me), and when I woke up in the morning, it's almost like what was I complaining about? I was back at the gym working out."

• Ste...
• February 23, 2016

"I took 600 mg of this medication for a mild to moderate knee sprain, and it made it tolerable to bear weight. It reduces inflammation, which is good for minor injuries. I would highly recommend this for short-term use, as it's over the counter and not sedating. It works pretty fast, too."

• Bon...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 18, 2018

Ibuprofen "I've been taking Advil Liqui-Gels for years for the relief of migraines. The last couple of years I've been developing an itchy scalp that followed with swollen eyes, lips, and tongue. I thought at first it was something I was eating or coming in contact with. I never suspected it to be my Advil since I've been taking them for years and these reactions were kind of new. I've been paying close attention to what I do and eat, and I found that it was most definitely the Advil that was causing these side effects, which often sent me to the emergency room when my tongue would swell. I just wanted to share this experience because it took me two years to figure out the cause of my itchy scalp, swollen eyes, lips, and tongue that would last for two days for the swelling to reduce."

• efa...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 1, 2014

"Ibuprofen was my default pain relief early in my experience with ankylosing spondylitis. It reduced inflammation and made the pain, discomfort, and stiffness more manageable. I did experience some side effects (constipation, followed by diarrhea due to the blockage, stomach pains, etc.), but the pain management helped to make it bearable. I managed on it for over 10 years before my fusion made the pain worse."

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

Ibuprofen "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 "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."

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

"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."

• Suz...
• October 20, 2019

"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

"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 "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."

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

"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

"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

"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."

• NTa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 30, 2020

"As I was diagnosed with a bulging disc with spine pain, as well as neck pain and maybe some arthritis in my right hand, my doctor prescribed one tablet 3 times a day. It helps with all three ailments. Working as an employee for UPS, work is physically demanding, with this medication, I am able to perform my work tasks. Very effective. For 60 pills under Local 804 TeamCare Blue Cross Blue Shield, I only paid $1.36 for the full prescription. As medications are pricey, I’m grateful to the insurance company and pharmacies like CVS that participate in this plan."

• Pea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2018

Ibuprofen "Advil works extremely well for toothache. I was taking prescription ibuprofen 600, and they don't work as well or as fast as original Advil, in my opinion. Starts to work 15-30 mins after taking 3 for me. This is an infected tooth that needed a root canal or is going to eventually be pulled. I keep Advil in my purse and will discontinue use after I have the procedure. Very pleased at how it stops extreme pain. A godsend!"

• Bec...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 17, 2021

"I was told to take ibuprofen every day for neck pain. Well, after 5 days, I got the most painful stomach pains and vomiting and got taken to the hospital, where they said don’t take it anymore as it can strip your stomach lining! I had developed acute gastritis from it and was extremely sick and uncomfortable for 5 days and put on a proton pump inhibitor to heal my stomach lining. I will never take an NSAID again if I can help it, what a nightmare!"

• Alf...
• June 16, 2010

"This is my choice medication. I have a lot of joint pain, which I deal with without any drugs, but when it gets too bad, ibuprofen works well and works fast, and let's just say when I injured my back, it was a lifesaver. I just recently got burned on my leg (at a spa, not very relaxing). I've had minor swelling, and ibuprofen has reduced the swelling and pain. Would not recommend taking it on an empty stomach. If you're healthy enough to take it, I would definitely recommend it."

• Kyl...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 24, 2024

"Ibuprofen is like an old friend. I know it well, I know when it will help me and when it won't. Works great for muscle aches and pains, is so-so with period pain, and never seems to help with my migraines. I try not to take it too many days in a row because most painkillers bother my gut after a few days, but I like ibuprofen. I just thought I'd add a review here to counteract some of the more extreme reactions."

• mai...
• July 29, 2010

"800 mg 3 times per day has completely controlled all pain (for two days so far) associated with a mild to strong case of neuralgia affecting the skin on my lower abdomen in the area of my belly button about the size of my open hand. It has completely removed all of the 'sunburn sensation.' I will be dropping the dose to 600 mg at the next (6th) time I will take it. I'm wondering if I need any more at all."

• Sar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 10, 2013

"Been having costochondritis, and the pain and swelling were increasing. After taking ibuprofen, pain has decreased, but noticed that my appetite has drastically changed. I'm craving everything I see, and that made me gain weight. Which is weird for me because I have always been fit. Going to start taking ibuprofen right before I go to sleep to see how it works out."

• Anonymous
• July 10, 2009

"I was prescribed 800 mg ibuprofen and Vicodin when I had foot surgery. The 800 mg ibuprofen did nothing for the pain in my foot, but it worked wonders for my menstrual cramps. Vicodin was the only thing that helped during my surgery."

• sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 25, 2019

"I am a pretty big ibuprofen taker and have never had problems with ibuprofen ever. I tried a major brand after my PA prescribed three 200 mg every 6 hours. The pharmacy gave me this brand, and upon taking the first dose, I found I felt extremely horrible and was having a severe, stroke-like allergic reaction. Most horrible experience, truly."

• Kmd...
• August 17, 2016

"Currently experiencing torn cartilage in my jaw after having my bottom impacted wisdom teeth pulled. The on-call surgeon suggested these as well as the leftover oxycodone from my surgery. The tear happened about 8:35 this evening. Since then, I've taken 3 oxycodone and 4 ibuprofen 800 mg, and nothing is taking away the pain. They did the job for the pain after surgery, but unfortunately nothing is doing it now."