Ibuprofen is proved to, after study, increase heart attack risks. Long term use and over-dose can be fatal. Children under 2 years of age, pregnant women and nursing mothers should take only at doctor’s prescription
The patch is an easy-to-remove film that slowly releases ibuprofen through the skin and it can last up to 12 hours, according to University of Warwick researchers.
The FDA has updated warning labels concerning frequently used painkillers like Advil and Motrin, which have been linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.