Ibuprofen Drug Interactions (Cont.)

 
Beta Blockers (Lopressor, Inderal, Tenormin, Toprol XL)
Ibuprofen may decrease the blood pressure-lowering effects of beta blockers. Your healthcare provider may need to adjust your dose of these drugs.
 
Corticosteroids (Cortef, Decadron, Dexone, Hexadrol)
Using corticosteroids with ibuprofen can increase the risk of bleeding. Your healthcare provider may choose to monitor you more closely or adjust your dose of these drugs.
 
Herbal and Nutritional Supplements
Several herbal and nutritional supplements can also interact with ibuprofen and may increase the risk of bleeding. If you are taking any natural or herbal supplements, discuss this with your healthcare provider before starting ibuprofen therapy.
 

Final Thoughts on Drug Interactions With Ibuprofen

It is possible that not every ibuprofen drug interaction was discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or doctor about drug interactions with ibuprofen that may apply to you.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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