Ibuprofen, 2-4-isobutylphenyl propanoic acid, CAS # 15687-27-1, is a laboratory form of the over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drug.
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General description
Ibuprofen (2-4-isobutylphenyl propanoic acid) is a common NSAID that reduces pyrogen release and inflammation
Ibuprofen is a racemic mixture that consists of an R-enantiomer and S-enantiomer; the S-enantiomer is proposed to be the stronger acting agent
It is a propionic acid derivative, a short-chain saturated fatty acid bound to ethane
Ibuprofen inhibits cyclooxygenases and reduces prostaglandin formation, inhibiting fever and pain
Applications
Ibuprofen reduces both local and systemic inflammation; suitable for use in vitro or in vivo to study specific or broad mechanisms
Intended for sensitive biochemical applications such as HPLC