Paracetamol and ibuprofen are both popular painkillers and they work in slightly different ways.
The real difference is that ibuprofen is classed as an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug), which means that it works to relieve inflammation as well as ease pain.
Meanwhile, paracetamol can help to reduce a fever if you’re suffering from a cold or the flu.
You should take whichever medication will work best to ease your symptoms or ask your pharmacist if you’re not sure which to go for.
Of course, you can often take paracetamol and ibuprofen at the same time if you want to double up on your pain relief.
For more information about whether or not this would be right for you, click the link below or speak to your pharmacist.
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