Ibuprofen User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

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

For Headache "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 (600mg) 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."

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

For Pain "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."

• NTano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 30, 2020

For Pain "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 dr. prescribed one tablet 3x’s a day. It helps with all 3 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 full prescription as medications are pricy I’m grateful to the insurance company and pharmacies like CVS that participate in this plan"

• Anony...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 25, 2015

For Period Pain "I am having a severe dysmenorrhea each and every of my menstrual days. That's why I tried ibuprofen, specifically Advil, as it was also suggested by my friends. But before I took this, I consulted my doctor. He gave me specific dosages. Now, my menstrual cramps are gone."

• 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."

• Alfon...
• June 16, 2010

For Pain "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 lets just say when I injured my back it was a life saver. 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."

• UUMom
• 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."

• Anonymous
• July 10, 2009

For Pain "I was prescribed 800mg Ibuprofen and Vicodin when I had foot surgery. The 800mg 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."

• maine...
• July 29, 2010

For Pain "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 "sun-burn sensation". I will be dropping the dose to 600mg at the next (6th) time the I will take it. I'm wondering if I need any more at all."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2017

For Back Pain "Seriously worked better than the Percoset given to me at the hospital. I hurt my back but needed to go to work and couldn't be loopy. Lasts about 6 hrs then pain started to kick in again.. then took the OxyContin and broke out in hot sweats and nesusea... other one was way better"

• Nitzan
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 17, 2018

For Period Pain "For my period I’m taking usually between 400-500 mg of ibuprofen and it usually helps. I take it after I eat. Works between 15-30 minutes and stays for 6-8 hours. Highly recommend. Also found in liquid medicine if (like me) you can’t take pills. I am highly overweight and 500mg is usually enough . Not recommended taking more than 1800mg if I remember correctly a day."

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

For Pain "I was told to take nurafen everyday for neck pain. Well after 5 days I got the most painful stomach pains and vomiting and got taken to 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 proton pump inhibitor to heal my stomach lining. I will never take NSAID again if I can help it, what a nightmare!"

• Joe...
• January 18, 2018

For Headache "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, will make you nauseous. I recommend using the gel-caps, as they seem to be softer on the stomach."

• Suzie
• 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 thru 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 has now completely stopped, shortly after stopping the Ibuprophen."

• Shanta
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 7, 2019

Ibu-Tab (ibuprofen) for Period Pain "This is my first time in a while taking this. I usually stick to naproxens but I wanted to go a diff route. So far so good I'm having slight pain but not as bad as before. Fingers, eyes, legs, arms toes are all crossed . .hoping this works thru out my day :*)"

• Ali
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 26, 2021

For Sciatica "I have a very painful sciatica for past month, I took 500mg naproxen, which didn't help at all, advil helped a little bit, Pregabalin helps the best so far, 300mg in the morning 300mg before I sleep, but I would say its helps by 30 percent only, lumbar epidural steroid injection is my last resort."

• Elisha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 25, 2013

Children's Motrin (ibuprofen) for Fever "I purchased this medicine for my little girl because it was doctor recommended. It was a need base purchase to reduce her fever and some of the discomfort that she was having. They stated that it would be the best in reducing her fever. I purchased the medicine and shortly after her fever was gone and she was resting. She slept well through the night. Children%u2019s Motrin is a name that I trust. Therefore, I was not hesitant at all when my doctor recommended that I purchase this product. I have also used other fever reducer products for my little one, such as Tylenol and it did not reduce her fever at all, so Motrin was the choice brand. Motrin allowed her to sleep through the night and she did not spike a fever the next day. Motrin did the job."

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

For Headache "I am working in hospital and suddenly I had a headache and felt heavy at the same time. So went to the pharmacy ask me to give me a tablet to relief headache and heaviness this was what they gave me and it was great"

• riririn
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 2, 2012

Advil (ibuprofen) "My tonsils have been hurting very badly the whole day that I felt like crying. 10 minutes after taking Advil, I felt such a relief. More than half of the pain was gone and I was able to take my final exams for school without any pain. Thank you so much Advil!"

• Be ca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 12, 2022

Advil Liqui-Gels (ibuprofen) for Toothache "Be careful with this medicine. I've been in pain for over a week. I finally had a Root Canal done a week ago. I was in a lot of pain afterwards. The Endodontist gave a paper with instructions saying I can take 4 Advil every 6hrs for pain, I guess he didn't want to prescribe pain meds. I went back yesterday because I started getting sick from the Advils even though I ate before taking. The Endodontist had made my tooth too sharp so it was cutting into my jaw bone and the side of my tongue. He did some drilling and smoothing it out, and pain stopped. The problem is, I'm still nauseous all day every day. Now I have to see a doctor to make sure I'm ok."

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

For Headache "I've had chronic migraines for over 40 years and the ONLY thing that helps is 800mg ibuprofen. It gets rid of the headache within twenty minutes. It's much safer than some of these crazy pills doctor's 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."

• Kmdool
• August 17, 2016

For Pain "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 oxycodine from my surgery. The tear happened about 8:35 this evening. Since then I've taken 3 oxycodine and 4 ibuprofen 800mg and nothing is taking away the pain. They did the job for the pain after surgery. But unfortunately nothing is doing it now."

• shanika
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 25, 2019

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

• Trs
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 17, 2019

Midol Maximum Strength Cramp Formula (ibuprofen) for Period Pain "I've had dehabilitating period pain since I started my periods at 11 years old. I get weak and have painful cramps, can't function. Feels like having a miscarriage every time. Taking 800mg ibuprofen doesn't touch my pain. Midol is the only thing that helps. Until I was recently put on the generic form of mobic. This has been a high relief for me. I started at 11 years old, and am 43 now. I don't like taking it everyday, but it was prescribed for arthritis and has been a life saver!!!"

• Jess
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2022

For Period Pain "I stopped birth control after basically being on it all my life and had the worst cramps ever. Couldn't move. Had to cancel all my plans every month I was in so much pain. Naproxen did nothing. I was skeptical of this but 800mg every 6 hours from onset of bleeding for 3 days and I feel NOTHING!!! No pain, not even discomfort! On day two I get some break through twinges at times but more times than not I feel nothing at all. Highly suggest anyone try this, even if other drugs didn't help!"