However, your risks increase if you use too much ibuprofen or use it for too long. Your risk is also higher if you:. If you have any risk factors or take other drugs , talk to your doctor before using ibuprofen. Prostaglandins help keep the pressure in your kidneys at the right level to filter the fluids in your body and maintain your blood pressure.
This change can lead to an imbalance in your body fluid pressure, which can decrease your kidney function and increase your blood pressure. Symptoms of decreased kidney function include:. Prostaglandins also help maintain the constant repair of your stomach lining , which protects you from damage from stomach acid. Because ibuprofen decreases how much prostaglandin you make, stomach damage such as bleeding and ulcers in the stomach and intestines is a possible side effect.
This side effect is fairly rare. However, the risk increases the longer you use ibuprofen. Other factors that increase your risk include:. If you have severe stomach pain or you notice bloody or tarry stools , you may have symptoms of an ulcer.
Contact your doctor right away and stop taking ibuprofen. Some people have an allergic reaction to ibuprofen, but this is also rare. If you start to have trouble breathing or your face or throat starts to swell, contact your doctor right away and stop taking ibuprofen.
If you have liver disease, talk to your doctor before taking ibuprofen. Stop taking ibuprofen and contact your doctor right away if you start to have any of the following symptoms:. Ibuprofen can be a safe and easy over-the-counter remedy OTC for minor aches and pains. If you experience bothersome side effects or believe you may have taken too much, contact your doctor right away. You can reduce your risk of side effects by using the smallest possible dose for shortest possible time.
You can overdose on ibuprofen. Taking more than the recommended dosage of ibuprofen or drinking a lot of alcohol significantly raises your risk of serious problems. Healthy UH. View more from this blog. By UHBlog. When taken correctly, ibuprofen is a safe and effective choice. Available both over-the-counter and by prescription, ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID that inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes to prevent or reduce pain and inflammation.
While ibuprofen works well when you take it as directed, taking more of the medicine or taking it too often is not helpful and can actually hurt you, says gastroenterologist Gerard Isenberg, MD. Ibuprofen is an appropriate option for most people, but Dr. Isenberg says it can cause these complications when:. In this case paracetamol is a better option. This is because taking ibuprofen tablets, capsules or syrup in large doses, or for a long time, can affect ovulation.
This can make it more difficult for you to get pregnant — but is usually reversible when you stop taking ibuprofen. There's no firm evidence to suggest that taking ibuprofen will reduce fertility in men. Ibuprofen — by mouth or on your skin — doesn't affect any contraceptives, including the contraceptive pill and emergency contraception. If you still need ibuprofen after taking it for 10 days check with your doctor before continuing. It's safe to take ibuprofen regularly for many years if your doctor prescribes it, and as long as you do not take more than the recommended dosage.
If you need to take ibuprofen by mouth for a long time and you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer , your doctor may prescribe a medicine to help protect your stomach. Ibuprofen can cause ulcers in your stomach or gut, especially if you take it by mouth for a long time or in big doses.
If you need to take ibuprofen and you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer , your doctor may prescribe a medicine to help protect your stomach. If ibuprofen doesn't work, there are other everyday painkillers you can try, such as:. If pharmacy painkillers don't work, your doctor may be able to prescribe a stronger painkiller or recommend another treatment, such as exercise or physiotherapy. Ibuprofen doesn't work for certain types of pain — for example, nerve pain like sciatica.
Your doctor will have to prescribe a different medicine if your pain is related to your nerves. It's usually safe to drink alcohol while taking ibuprofen. But if you're taking ibuprofen by mouth, drinking too much alcohol may irritate your stomach.
Try to keep to the recommended guidelines of no more than 14 units of alcohol a week. A standard glass of wine ml is 2 units.
A pint of lager or beer is usually 2 to 3 units of alcohol. It's best to take ibuprofen tablets, capsules or syrup with, or just after, a meal so it doesn't upset your stomach. Do not take it on an empty stomach. Page last reviewed: 7 December Next review due: 7 December Ibuprofen for adults including Nurofen On this page About ibuprofen for adults Key facts Who can and cannot take ibuprofen How to take tablets, capsules and syrup How to use ibuprofen gel, mousse or spray Taking ibuprofen with other painkillers Side effects of tablets, capsules and syrup Side effects of gel, mousse and spray How to cope with side effects Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions.
About ibuprofen for adults Ibuprofen is an everyday painkiller for a range of aches and pains, including back pain, period pain , toothache.
NHS coronavirus advice The Commission on Human Medicines has now confirmed that there is no clear evidence that using ibuprofen to treat symptoms such as a high temperature can make coronavirus COVID worse. Always follow the instructions that come with your medicine. Updated: 16 April Help us improve our website Can you answer a quick question about your visit today? Ibuprofen takes 20 to 30 minutes to work if you take it by mouth.
It takes 1 to 2 days to work if you put it on your skin. Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause pain and swelling in the body. For strains and sprains, some doctors and pharmacists recommend waiting 48 hours before taking ibuprofen as it may slow down healing. If you're unsure speak to a pharmacist.
Ibuprofen is typically used for period pain or toothache. Some people find ibuprofen better than paracetamol for back pain. Always take ibuprofen tablets and capsules with food or a drink of milk to reduce the chance of an upset stomach. If you're taking tablets, take the lowest dose for the shortest time. Do not use it for more than 10 days unless you've spoken to your doctor. Do not use the gel, mousse or spray for more than 2 weeks without talking to your doctor.
Ibuprofen is called by different brand names, including Nurofen, Brufen and Calprofen syrup. Ibuprofen gel can be called Fenbid, Ibugel and Ibuleve. What if I forget to take it? Never take a double dose to make up for a forgotten one. What if I take too much? It can cause side effects such as: feeling and being sick nausea and vomiting stomach pain feeling tired or sleepy black poo and blood in your vomit — a sign of bleeding in your stomach ringing in your ears tinnitus difficulty breathing or changes in your heart rate slower or faster.
Urgent advice: Call your doctor straight away if you've taken more than the maximum dose of ibuprofen. What if I forget to put it on? What if I put on too much? Putting too much ibuprofen on your skin is unlikely to cause problems.
What if I swallow the gel? If you swallow ibuprofen gel or mousse by accident, you may get symptoms including: headaches being sick vomiting feeling sleepy. Important If you get a headache, vomit or feel sleepy after accidentally swallowing ibuprofen gel, contact a doctor or straight away.
Common side effects The common side effects of ibuprofen taken by mouth happen in more than 1 in people. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or don't go away: headaches feeling dizzy feeling sick nausea being sick vomiting wind indigestion Serious side effects Call a doctor straight away if you have: black poo or blood in your vomit — these can be signs of bleeding in your stomach swollen ankles, blood in your pee or not peeing at all — these can be signs of a kidney problem severe chest or stomach pain — these can be signs of a hole in your stomach or gut difficulty breathing, or asthma symptoms that become worse Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction to ibuprofen.
Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. What to do about: headaches — make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids.
Don't drink too much alcohol. Talk to your doctor if they last longer than a week or are severe. Avoid coffee, cigarettes and alcohol. If the dizziness doesn't get better within a couple of days, speak to your pharmacist or doctor.
Do not eat rich or spicy food.
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