Ibuprofen has several nicknames, including "corpsman candy," "ranger candy," and "vitamin M," particularly within military contexts.
These nicknames arose from the frequent use of ibuprofen by military personnel for pain relief.
- Corpsman Candy: This nickname highlights the role of corpsmen (medical personnel in the Navy and Marine Corps) in dispensing ibuprofen.
- Ranger Candy: This term is used within the Army Rangers, also emphasizing its common use for pain management during rigorous training and operations.
- Vitamin M: This is a more general, somewhat humorous nickname, suggesting that ibuprofen is a common and almost essential supplement.
These nicknames are not official pharmaceutical terms but rather informal terms used among those familiar with its frequent use.
