Ibuprofen
Brand: Advil, Motrin
Key warning
Boxed warning: serious cardiovascular thrombotic events and GI bleeding (prescription labeling)
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Heartburn
- Risk of stomach ulcer or bleeding
- Elevated blood pressure
- Fluid retention
Key interactions & cautions
- Blunts blood pressure medicine effects
- Raises bleeding risk with blood thinners
- Avoid combining with other NSAIDs
- May reduce aspirin heart protection
Counseling points
- Take with food or milk
- Use lowest dose for shortest time
- Report black stools or stomach pain
- Stay hydrated to protect kidneys
- Avoid alcohol
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