How does the medication duexis work?

Duexis is a combination medication that contains ibuprofen and famotidine. Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces inflammation, pain, and fever, while famotidine is an H2 receptor antagonist that helps decrease stomach acid production. This combination is designed to provide pain relief while minimizing the risk of NSAID-induced gastric ulcers, making it particularly useful for patients who need long-term NSAID therapy.