“Ibuprofen is a non-steroid, anti-inflammatory. In other words, it reduces inflammation and pain in the body, and it can also be used as a fever reducer,” Reeder says. Some common brand names of ibuprofen include Advil and Motrin.
How fast does ibuprofen bring down a fever?
The duration of action for ibuprofen is 6-8 hours. Both of these medications begin to work less than one hour after being given to your child. When used as a fever reducer, these medications will take a fever down 1-2 degrees. In other words, fever of 103F degrees will not get to “normal” after one dose of medication.
Is ibuprofen a fever reducer in adults?
Adults (ages 18 years and older)
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin are generally safe for reducing fever in adults.