Definition of bowel for English Language Learners. : 1  the long tube in the body that helps digest food and carries solid waste out of the body. 2  the bowels : the deep inner parts of something.
Motrin for Back Pain. Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medication used to relieve mild to moderate pain. Ibuprofen reduces inflammation as well as fever. It is one of the most common NSAIDs on the market.
A: Ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) belongs to a class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS). NSAIDS reduce hormones in the body that cause pain and inflammation. Ibuprofen is used to treat a wide variety of conditions, including headache, arthritis, back pain, menstrual cramps, toothaches, and minor injuries or muscle aches.