What is Artichoke? Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) is a plant used in herbal medicine. Typically sourced from the leaf, stem, and/or root of the plant, dietary supplements containing artichoke extract are used to treat a variety of health conditions. One of the most common uses for artichoke is cholesterol management. Related: Natural Remedies for High Cholesterol. Artichoke is said to promote the release of bile from the liver. A type of fluid involved in digestion, bile helps to break down fats into fatty acids.
Ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to relieve pain and reduce fever and inflammation. If your child is allergic to aspirin, do not give him or her ibuprofen.Be sure to follow these medicine precautions: 1  Follow all instructions on the label. 2  If you give medicine to your baby, follow your doctor's advice about what amount to give. Studies have not shown any more benefit from alternating these medicines. 2  If you are giving your child ibuprofen for fever or pain, don't also give your child a cold or flu medicine that contains acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
Ibuprofen: Appropriate doses of ibuprofen in children is weight dependant. The maximum recommended dose is approximately 100 mg per 22 pounds of body weight every 6-8 hours for the shortest period of time possible. Long term use of ibuprofen and acetaminophen can cause organ damage even in recommended doses.