Ibuprofen is a type of anti-inflammatory painkiller (also called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or 'anti-inflammatories') that is used to treat pain and reduce inflammation (swelling).
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/medicine/ibuprofen-for-pain-and-inflammation-brufen-calprofen-nurofen-2