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Definition of ibuprofen

ibuprofen

/ˌaɪbjuːˈproʊfən/
i · bu · pro · fen
Plural:ibuprofens
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ibuprofen Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) derived from propionic acid, taken orally to relieve pain, reduce fever, and decrease inflammation.

Example

"The doctor recommended taking ibuprofen every six hours to reduce the swelling in her sprained ankle."

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• Rhymes for ibuprofen

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 1960s by British pharmacologist Stewart Adams and his research team as an acronymic blend derived from its chemical name, 2-(4-isobutylphenyl)propionic acid.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ibuprofen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ibuprofen
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