Asprin vs. Ibuprofen vs. Possible Other NSAID

This is an outgrowth of a workplace discussion/argument over NSAID painkillers.

Leaving aside the question of side effects which is the best over the counter NSAID for relieving joint and muscle pain from exercise/overuse?

Assume for the exercise all pills are taken as directed and the person in question does not suffer from stomach upset, excess bleeding, etc.

Everything you ever wanted to knoow about NSAIDs’ effectiveness, side effects, etc.

With respect to your question, look at table I in particular.

Enjoy.

Thank you for such a concise and yet comprehensive answer. The only pity is that it sort of killed the thread and there wasn’t any amusing bickering. However, I do have an answer now.

Now, I just have to attempt to explain it to my co-workers who, while wonderful people, did not go to college and will have some trouble with the article and table. But I will make the attempt.