A Single Dose of Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen: Which Is Most Effective?

Perrott et al conduct a meta-analysis on acetaminophen and ibuprofen drugs for their effectiveness to relieve child's pain. They conclude that the effectiveness and safety of either drug depends partly on the dosage the child takes--and that parents should follow the advice of the family physic...

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Published in:	Pediatrics for Parents Vol. 21; no. 9; p. 3
Main Authors:	Perrott, David A, Piira, Tiina, Goodenough, Belinda, Champion, G David
Format:	Trade Publication Article
Language:	English
Published:	Bangor Pediatrics for Parents, Inc 01-01-2005
Subjects:	Clinical trials Evidence Independent Study Meta Analysis Narcotics Observation Pain Pain management Parents & parenting Pediatrics Physicians Resistance (Psychology) Social Psychology
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Summary:	Perrott et al conduct a meta-analysis on acetaminophen and ibuprofen drugs for their effectiveness to relieve child's pain. They conclude that the effectiveness and safety of either drug depends partly on the dosage the child takes--and that parents should follow the advice of the family physician and/or pharmacists regarding that.
ISSN:	0730-6725