Ibuprofen Precautions and Warnings

Before starting a new medication, it's important to be aware of any drug warnings. For example, taking ibuprofen increases your risk of bleeding in the stomach or intestines. Other warnings and precautions with ibuprofen involve a risk of kidney or liver damage. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you become pregnant while taking ibuprofen.

Ibuprofen Medication Information

An Introduction to Ibuprofen Precautions and Warnings

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking

ibuprofen (sold under brand names such as Motrin^®, Advil^®, Genpril^®, and Nuprin^®) if you have:

Asthma
Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Liver disease or liver failure
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Bleeding problems (or if you are taking medicine that decreases your blood's ability to clot)
Diabetes
Nasal polyps
Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus or SLE)
Stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, or a history of either condition
Any allergies to medicines, including aspirin or other NSAID pain medicines.

Let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol frequently
Smoke
Are having or have recently had heart surgery.

Also, tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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