As I'm sure you know, the AI in NSAID is anti-flammatory; thus if you have some kind of non-inflammation pain, paracetamol (aka acetaminophen, Tylenol and other

As I'm sure you know, the AI in NSAID is anti-flammatory; thus if you have some kind of non-inflammation pain, paracetamol (aka acetaminophen, Tylenol and other brands) is better. It's also better for lowering fever temperatures. Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs are also contraindicated by other medications, I'm sure there are some for paracetamol too, but I'm not aware of them vs. a few for ibuprofen. I think you're overstating the risk to your liver, it's not even a prescription drug in any country I'm aware of, there are guidelines and dosages stated for a very good reason, sure, but if you're not taking it routinely (rather just to address an occasional issue) it's fine. And if you are you should see a GP, but the outcome might still be that they agree and prescribe a daily dose. Ibuprofen should be taken with food to mitigate risk of stomach ulcers, but how many people follow that guidance? It's processed by and a toxin to kidneys instead of liver, can result in AKIs/renal failure, at least you have two of those I guess? Personally I take ibuprofen for a migraine etc., but paracetamol for a fever. Neither is happening frequently, so I don't worry about occasional use within the guidelines/on doctor advice of either of them.