Question: are midol and ibuprofen the same?
Answer: NSAIDs include ibuprofen (found in Advil and Motrin), naproxen (found in Aleve), celecoxib (aka Celebrex), and aspirin. They don't include acetominophen or multiple-symptom medications that contain it, like DayQuil, Midol, and Excedrin. Unlike acetaminophen, NSAIDs reduce inflammation to reduce joint and muscle pain.