Things To Know About Advil And Similar Painkillers - Page 5

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NSAIDs and headaches
While NSAIDs can provide relief from headaches, migraines, and fever, if those are the only symptoms you’re experiencing, reach for acetaminophen. You should try to only take NSAIDs for inflammatory symptoms, as they do pose slightly higher risks than acetaminophen.