Ibuprofen and acetaminophen are both antipyretics, and both can be used to treat fever. However, each has its own advantages and disadvantages, as to which drug to use to treat, need to be under the guidance of the doctor according to the patient’s specific circumstances.
Ibuprofen is more effective in reducing fever in patients with a fever of 39 degrees Celsius or higher, and is slightly stronger than acetaminophen. Anti-inflammatory pain relief is more effective, if the combination of arthritis, menstruation caused by abdominal pain in patients, more suitable for taking ibuprofen, but ibuprofen adverse reactions, may cause kidney damage.
Acetaminophen in 30 minutes body temperature drop than ibuprofen obvious, and side effects than ibuprofen is smaller, children, pregnant women, the elderly, lactating women generally try to choose acetaminophen.
Medications should be used as prescribed by a physician. If fever persists and is difficult to relieve, or if other discomforts occur, medical attention should be sought in a timely manner.