Painkillers: Ibuprofen, Paracetamol, and Aspirin

Headache? Muscle pain? Here is the verdict on common NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs).

Why Did You Take It?

The drug isn't the problem; the reason is.
If you took paracetamol for a viral fever yesterday, you shouldn't donate today because you might still be sick.

The Drug Itself

• Paracetamol/Acetaminophen: Safe.
• Ibuprofen/Naproxen: Safe for Whole Blood (Wait 24 hours for Platelets).

If you are pain-free and healthy today, you are eligible.