Ibuprofen is in a class of medications called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs. Commonly sold in the United States under the brand name Advil, it works by stopping the body's ...

When dealing with headaches, fevers, muscle pain or cramps, many people immediately reach for painkillers. These easily available medications can help alleviate discomfort, but knowing which ones to ...

Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) prescribed for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It stops pain by blocking cyclooxygenase (COX) proteins that typically cause pain and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert Glatter is a New York-based physician covering public health. The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications ...

Anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen could cause more damage than they actually help. For years, many have relied on drugs like ibuprofen to help fight inflammation. However, a new study posits that ...

After a 13-year follow-up, researchers found an association between aspirin and ibuprofen use and distal adenoma, recurrent adenoma and colorectal cancer. As colorectal cancer continues to be the ...

We’ve all taken Tylenol (acetaminophen) at some point or another for pain relief. Taking Tylenol can do wonders for alleviating mild aches and pains, from the headache that won’t go away to persistent ...