Ibuprofen 200 Oral

Ibuprofen 200 Oral Warning

This drug may infrequently cause serious (rarely fatal) bleeding from the stomach or intestines. Also, related drugs rarely have caused blood clots to form, resulting in heart attacks and strokes. This medication might also rarely cause similar problems. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the benefits and risks of treatment, as well as other possible medication choices.

If you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects, stop taking ibuprofen and seek immediate medical attention: black stools, persistent stomach/abdominal pain, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, chest pain, weakness on one side of the body, sudden vision changes, slurred speech.

Ibuprofen 200 Oral Side Effects

Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, diarrhea, constipation, drowsiness, and dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur:

• stomach pain
• swelling of the hands or feet
• sudden or unexplained weight gain
• ringing in the ears (tinnitus)

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• vision changes
• rapid or pounding heartbeat
• easy bruising or bleeding
• difficult/painful swallowing

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur:

• change in amount of urine
• severe headache
• very stiff neck
• mental/mood changes
• persistent sore throat or fever

This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. If you notice any of the following highly unlikely but very serious side effects, stop taking ibuprofen and consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately:

• yellowing eyes and skin
• dark urine
• unusual/extreme tiredness

An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:

• rash
• itching
• swelling
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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