Ibu and Megestrol

• Generic Name: ibuprofen
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Advil, Genpril, Ibu, Midol IB, Motrin IB, Proprinal, Smart Sense Children's Ibuprofen, Advil Liqui-Gels, Midol, Motrin, Motrin Migraine Pain, PediaCare Children’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, PediaCare Infant’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Caldolor, NeoProfen, Children's Motrin, Motrin Junior Strength

Ibu is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). This medicine works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Ibu is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury. Ibu is used in adults and children who are at least 6 months old.

Ibu may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: megestrol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Megace ES, Megace

Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and wasting syndrome in people with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Megestrol is not for use in preventing weight loss or wasting syndrome.

Megestrol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.