Ibuprofen Use Leads to Extended Lifespan in Several Species, Study Shows

Thursday, December 18, 2014 - 14:30 in Biology & Nature

A common over-the-counter drug that tackles pain and fever may also hold keys to a longer, healthier life, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientist. Regular doses of ibuprofen extended the lifespan of multiple species, according to research published in the journal Public Library of Science-Genetics.

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