
Ibuprofen works by blocking the action of a substance in the body calledcyclo-oxygenase (COX). Cyclo-oxygenase is involved in the production ofvarious chemicals in the body, some of which are known asprostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced in response to injury andcertain diseases & conditions, & cause pain, swelling andinflammation. NSAIDs block the production of these prostaglandins andare therefore effective at reducing inflammation & pain. Ibuprofenalso reduces fever by reducing the production of prostaglandins. Feveris associated with an increase in prostaglandins in the brain, & theseprostaglandins cause the body temperature to increase. By reducingprostaglandins in the brain, ibuprofen lowers body temperature & hencereduces fever. Ibuprofen reduces inflammation & related pain & socan be used to relieve muscular & rheumatic aches & pains. It canalso be used to relieve other painful conditions such as headaches, migraine, toothache, nerve pain (neuralgia) & period pain. It is alsouseful for reducing fever & discomfort associated with colds & flu. Strength 400mg 12 Tablets. Packaging may vary.