The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products lists the possible negative effects of this drug
Ibuprofen is essential in most Spanish homes. This anti-inflammatory combats a large number of ailments, reduces pain and inflammation. It is one of the most consumed drugs in Spain. In addition, citizens often consume this anti-inflammatory without a doctor’s prescription.
Health professionals warn of the importance of not self-medicating. Doctors warn that taking medication without the control of a professional can have serious consequences. The consumption of drugs such as paracetamol or ibuprofen without a prescription is very common in Spanish homes and can be very harmful. Therefore, it must be taken into account that taking Ibuprofen for a long time can be dangerous and, in addition, can cause adverse side effects.
What is this medication for?
According to the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products, Ibuprofen belongs to the group of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This drug is indicated for:
– Treatment of fever.
– Treatment of moderate migraine pain.
– The treatment of rheumatoid arthritis inflammation of the joints, usually including those of the hands and feet, leading to swelling and pain).
– Treatment of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
– Treatment of osteoarthritis (chronic disorder that causes cartilage damage).
– Treatment of ankylosing spondylitis (inflammation that affects the joints of the spine).
– Treatment of non-rheumatic inflammation and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation).
Adverse effects of Ibuprofen more frequent
To list the most frequent adverse effects of this medicine, the drug Ibuprofen from the Normon and Cinfa laboratories has been taken as a reference, according to the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products. Adverse effects of drugs such as Ibuprofen are more common in people over 65 years of age
Common adverse effects of ibuprofen from Cinfa 600 mg
Side effects that may affect 1 in 10 people and are:
– Gastrointestinal bleeding.
– Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, flatulence, dyspepsia (gastrointestinal secretion or motility disorder), constipation, heartburn.
– Abdominal pain.
– Blood in the stool.
– Vomiting blood.
– Headache, dizziness or feeling unsteady, fatigue.
Common side effects of Normon ibuprofen 600mg
– Peptic ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, perforations (in some fatal cases), especially in elderly patients.
– Skin rash.
– Fatigue or drowsiness, headache and dizziness or feeling unsteady.
– Vertigo.
– Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, constipation, heartburn, abdominal pain.
– Blood in stool, mouth ulcers, worsening of ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
What should you do if you notice any of these adverse reactions?
In the event of any of the side effects listed below, you should stop treatment immediately and see your doctor.
– Allergic reactions such as skin rashes, swelling of the face, wheezing in the chest or difficulty breathing.
– Vomiting of blood or similar in appearance to coffee grounds.
– Blood in the stool or bloody diarrhea.
– Severe stomach pain.
– Blistering or severe peeling of the skin.
– Severe or persistent headache.
– Yellow discoloration of the skin (jaundice).
– Signs of severe allergy (hypersensitivity).
– Swelling of the limbs or accumulation of fluid in the arms or legs.
If you notice any of these side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report these effects to the Pharmacovigilance System for Medicines for Human Use: http://www.notificaram.es. In this way, more information about the safety of this medicine can be provided.
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