Updated advice on the use of Ibuprofen and COVID-19

Advice and Information - 21 April 2020

The Commission on Human Medicines has now confirmed that there is no clear evidence that using ibuprofen to treat symptoms such as a high temperature can make coronavirus (COVID-19) worse.
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Patients can take paracetamol or ibuprofen to treat the symptoms of coronavirus. It is recommended that you try paracetamol first as it has fewer side effects than ibuprofen and is the safer choice for most people.

Always follow the instructions that come with your medicine and follow NHS advice if you have any questions or if symptoms get worse.

For further information read the commission for human medicine's advice 

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