Question 1

what is the difference between aspirin, tylenol, (acetaminophen) and ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

Effect on baby: Aspirin and Ibuprofen are related anti-inflammatory pain medicines.  They should be avoided in pregnancy, especially in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters because they can close an important valve in the baby's heart.  This valve normally closes at the time of birth which is why they can be taken post-partum. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is a pain reliever that does not have this effect on the baby and is safe in pregnancy.

Question 2

the difference between ibuprofen and aspirin?

Accepted Answer

See below: Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (nsaids), but differs from most other nsaids in the mechanism of action. Though it, and others in its group called the salicylates, have similar effects (antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic) to the other nsaids and inhibit the same enzyme cyclooxygenase, Aspirin (but not the other salicylates) does so in an irreversible manner.

Question 3

how can i be allergic to ibuprofen and not asprin?

Accepted Answer

Can happen: Although rare, but first you need to define what kind of reaction you perceived as an allergic reaction? It can still be a side effect not a true allergy to NSAIDs, or a reaction to a  certain brand, also what dose of either aspirin or ibuprofen you received, for all practical purposes you want to avoid whatever you believe you are allergic to, till seen by allergist

Question 4

what is the method of action of aspirin and ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

See below: Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (nsaids), but differs from most other nsaids in the mechanism of action. Though it, and others in its group called the salicylates, have similar effects (antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic) to the other nsaids and inhibit the same enzyme cyclooxygenase, Aspirin (but not the other salicylates) does so in an irreversible manner.

Question 5

can you die from taking 5 aleave 3 asprin and 1 advil (ibuprofen)?

Accepted Answer

Over what time: If taken all at once , you can get a severe bleed in the stomach and yes, you can die. , but if spread out over a longer while. It  could probably be tolerated.

Question 6

i took 5 ibuprofen of 200mg and 2 aspirin of 250mg..is that going to cause in damage?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Unless your stomach lining is extraordinarily sensitive to the ulcerative aspect of this dosage, you should suffer no harm and it might alleviate the pain you were treating.   Best to be cautious about dosing even with over the counter products.

Question 7

i'm allergic to aspirin and ibuprofen are there any alternatives?

Accepted Answer

Why do you need it?: These medicines are used for different reasons. Tylenol (acetaminophen) can sometimes help with fever, but it is not as good of an anti-inflamatory medication.  Asprin has been shown to help reduce heart attacks in patients at risk, and if necessary see an allergist so s/he can evaluate if you need asprin, and if "asprin desensitization" is medically necessary.

Question 8

how does ibuprofen act differently from aspirin?

Accepted Answer

Aspirin long acting: Aspirin has a long acting effect of about 1 week, Ibuprofen is less than a day.

Question 9

how effective is aspirin or ibuprofen for treating acne?

Accepted Answer

Not really: These are not the usual therapies for acne.

Question 10

i had an anaph
ylactic reaction to aspirin 18 years ago. can ibuprofin be a problem as well? i haven't taken it or aspirin since.

Accepted Answer

Yes: People with allergy to Aspirin should avoid ibuprofen.

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