Ibuprofen
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This is a drug belonging to the group of Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) and are used mainly for pain relief ([analgesic]). The main [mechanism] by which these drugs work is by inhibiting cyclo-oxygenase ([COX]) which prevents the production of prostaglandins.
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A synthetic compound used widely as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory drug.
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