Ibuprofen is a painkiller that can be bought over the counter without a prescription. It is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug or NSAIDs.
People who have asthma are advised to take ibuprofen with caution. If a person with asthma takes ibuprofen as a painkiller, it can cause symptoms of asthma or inflammation of the inside of the nose.
Many people with asthma can take ibuprofen without having any problems. However, it is important that anyone with asthma knows the risks associated with this everyday painkiller.
