ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (nsaid) used for temporary pain relief fever reduction and protection against swelling. in general ibuprofen also acts as a vasoconstrictor. ibuprofen is rapidly absorbed following administration and is rapidly distributed throughout the whole body. the excretion is rapid and complete via the kidneys. after complete excretion of ibuprofen it will no longer reduce pain fever or protect against affected area swelling. ibuprofen will not cure back problems. maximum plasma concentrations are reached 45 minutes after ingestion if taken on an empty stomach. when taken with food peak levels are observed after 1 to 2 hours. these times may vary with different dosage forms. the half-life of ibuprofen is about 2 hours.
is ibuprofen just a temporary relief? meaning do symptoms come right back once the drug wears off? . is ibuprofen just a temporary relief? meaning do symptoms come right back once the drug wears off? i have been taking it and icing for shoulder pain since a fall that jarred it. i would like to know if this provides just temporary relief in pain and inflammation or it is actually curing it. thanks so much!