Can Ibuprofen Help Prostaglandins? A Deep Dive into the Medication's Mechanism
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen work by blocking the effects of excess prostaglandins, chemicals that cause unnecessary pain and inflammation. This inhibitory action is central to how ibuprofen provides relief from a wide range of common ailments.
