2021AJN American Journal of NursingRequires access

Ibuprofen Better than Acetaminophen for Reducing Fever, Pain in Young Children

Karen Rosenberg

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Abstract

According to this study: In children younger than age two, treatment with ibuprofen was associated with reduced fever and less pain within the first 24 hours compared with acetaminophen.The incidence of adverse events was low with both treatments.

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According to this study: In children younger than age two, treatment with ibuprofen was associated with reduced fever and less pain within the first 24 hours compared with acetaminophen.The incidence of adverse events was low with both treatments.

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According to this study: In children younger than age two, treatment with ibuprofen was associated with reduced fever and less pain within the first 24 hours compared with acetaminophen.The incidence of adverse events was low with both treatments.

Key concepts: Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, Medicine, Antipyretic, Anesthesia, Analgesic, Pharmacology

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