The Differences between Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, and Aspirin?
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1. Ibuprofen is a multi-tool. It’s a type of medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It helps with pain (like a headache or a toothache), reduces inflammation (like swelling from an injury), and can lower a fever. But, like using a multi-tool too much can wear it out, using ibuprofen too much can upset your stomach.
2. Acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) is a fan. It’s great for cooling things down, so it’s good at lowering a fever and relieving pain. But it doesn’t reduce inflammation like ibuprofen does. It’s usually easier on the stomach, but like a fan can get overheated if used too much, too much acetaminophen can hurt your liver.
3. Aspirin is a small, specialized tool. It’s also an NSAID, so it can relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower a fever. But it’s also used in small doses to prevent heart attacks because it can stop blood from clotting too much. But just like a tool can cause damage if not used correctly, aspirin can cause stomach problems or bleeding issues if not used as directed.
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