Doctors compare household painkillers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen, explaining their mechanisms and when each works best ...

Two over-the-counter (OTC) options can help reduce a fever. They are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil), and acetaminophen (Tylenol).

Sales of pediatric formulations of drugs like acetaminophen and ibuprofen went up 26% nationwide in October 2022 compared to the same month last year, according to NPR.

Liquid acetaminophen, ibuprofen and other cold and flu medications are in short supply on Long Island and in other regions. Parents can use cold compresses for fever, and they should consult ...

Tylenol can do wonders for alleviating mild aches and pains. How does it measure up against other common pain relievers? Tylenol can do wonders for alleviating mild aches and pains.

Felipe González, a pediatrician at Gregorio Marañón Hospital, shares 8 tips for treating a child with a fever.

Usual supplies of fever- and pain-reducing medicines, such as liquid acetaminophen and ibuprofen recommended for children with RSV, flu or the coronavirus, have not kept up with demand in recent ...

The 'tripledemic' may mean kids' fever-reducing medicines are harder to find : Shots - Health News Makers of products like Children's Tylenol say they're trying to keep up with big demand as RSV ...

Pain relievers in short supply include: Children’s acetaminophen, like Tylenol, and ibuprofen, like Motrin and Advil. Health experts say generic versions of these medications are also hard to find.

Acetaminophen only helps ease pain and fever, while ibuprofen also reduces inflammation. You can use acetaminophen or ibuprofen interchangeably — it all boils down to personal preference, Dr ...