Should I be taking Ibuprofen ?

[Liz P]

I have jaw problems, with really bad headaches/jaw pain/ear pain. I am 15, female, tiny/muscular it does not relief all the pain but it helps. Should I be taking this drug?
I have seen a doctor, and since I go to an orthodontist for braces and such she said to talk to them about it. My older sister has TMJ, and I might also have that. It was my dad who sujested the ibuprofen and he has been the one giving me the medicine. I was just wondering with my the side effects should I be taking ibuprofen?

[SwayGirl]

[B][COLOR=darkred]Is your pain due to the tightening of braces? An anti-inflammatory should help with the pain.[/COLOR][/B]
[B][COLOR=darkred]Ibuprofen is used for: Treating minor aches and pains caused by the common cold, headaches, toothaches, back or muscle aches, menstrual cramps, or arthritis.[/COLOR][/B]
[B][COLOR=darkred]These are some of the side effects.. (Does NOT mean it WILL happen)[/COLOR][/B]
[B][COLOR=darkred]Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; gas; headache; heartburn; nausea; stomach pain or upset.[/COLOR][/B]

[B][COLOR=darkred]Important safety information:[/COLOR][/B][LIST][*][B][COLOR=darkred]Ibuprofen may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Ibuprofen with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it. [/COLOR][/B][*][B][COLOR=darkred]Serious stomach ulcers or bleeding can occur with the use of Ibuprofen . Taking it in high doses or for a long time, smoking, or drinking alcohol increases the risk of these side effects. Taking Ibuprofen with food will NOT reduce the risk of these effects. Contact your doctor or emergency room at once if you develop severe stomach or back pain; black, tarry stools; vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds; or unusual weight gain or swelling. [/COLOR][/B][*][B][COLOR=darkred]Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. [/COLOR][/B][*][B][COLOR=darkred]Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has ibuprofen in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist. [/COLOR][/B][*][B][COLOR=darkred]Do not take aspirin while you are using Ibuprofen unless your doctor tells you to.[/COLOR][/B][/LIST][B][COLOR=#8b0000]I hope this helps. You should be find if you're not allergic. [/COLOR][/B]