2007-02-26 13:55:56 · 7 answers · asked by dorky child 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Ibuprofen does not make you sleepy. Therefore, I wouldn't recommend taking it for insomnia. There are much better remedies, including over the counter sleep aids. Your doctor can offer prescription ones. Either way, talk to your doc. Even over the counter sleeping medicines can be dangerous in certain people, so just get cleared first.
Ibuprofen is a great medicine when taken properly and for the right reasons. It is not addictive (no dependency), and it does not (typically) harm your liver like tylenol can. It can cause bleeding in the stomach if taken for too long, especially if repeatedly taken on an empty stomach. If you have other questions about ibuprofen, you can ask your doctor while your asking her about sleep aids. Good luck.
2007-02-26 13:59:44 · answer #1 · answered by SA16 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it is not. Ibuprofen is not a sleep agent- it's an anti-inflammatory agent and a pain reliever.
If you need to fall asleep, take a warm bath and drink some warm milk.
2007-02-26 14:05:57 · answer #2 · answered by CYP450 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ibuprofen is one of the ingredient in Advil PM. The other is generic benadryl.
2007-02-26 14:02:34 · answer #3 · answered by Lori 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure about the overall effects, but one thing I can tell you is do not take it on an empty stomach. It will lead to ulcers.
2007-02-26 13:59:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ibuprofen can damage your liver if you take too much. Every now and then I'll take one to help me sleep.
2007-02-26 13:58:45 · answer #5 · answered by Misty Eyes 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Why not? Yet I would try Tylenol d/t effects long term NSAIDS have on your GI tract.
2007-02-26 14:00:01 · answer #6 · answered by Mah10 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, it can either cause dependency, or make you sick. Don't take medicine when you are not sick.
2007-02-26 13:58:56 · answer #7 · answered by sobaz 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋