Medically reviewed by Alex Yampolsky, PharmD DayQuil and ibuprofen are two commonly taken over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Ibuprofen is commonly known by its brand names Advil or Motrin and DayQuile, ...

try taking ibuprofen (Advil) two hours before you receive your vaccination. A mild fever (less than 101°F) can be a normal response to your flu shot. As with other side effects, it's best to take ...

Alternating between acetaminophen and an NSAID like ibuprofen can be safe and effective for pain management. 9. Alternate between NSAIDs and acetaminophen to manage major pain and reduce side effects.

The flu strain used in the vaccine is killed, or inactivated, virus. You cannot get the flu from dead virus. Studies show that flu vaccines reduce the risk of illness by 40-60% on average.