Fact check: Does using ibuprofen when you have coronavirus make symptoms worse?

There are potential side effects with both acetaminophen and ibuprofen. You can call a doctor to discuss treatment options.

Also on Wednesday, a World Health Organization spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY that while the organization was aware of concerns about the use of NSAIDs in the treatment of COVID-19, WHO has not yet issued any new guidance.

Previously, Lindmeier recommended people self-treating a COVID-19 infection use paracetamol, or acetaminophen,Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, took this position in a Wednesday“I have not seen any firm data to indicate there is a problem or prove there is not a problem," he said.

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