The possible side effects are listed below in accordance with the classification of the World Health Organization in descending frequency: very often (≥ 1/10), often (≥ 1/100, <1/10), infrequently (≥ 1/1000, <1/100 ), rarely (≥ 1/1000, <1 / 10.000), very rarely (<1 / 10.000), is unknown (according to available data the frequency can not be established).
The listed list of side effects includes all the side effects that have occurred with the use of ibuprofen including, with its long-term use and use in high doses.
Disorders from the gastrointestinal tract
Often: NSAIDs-gastropathy (heartburn, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, diarrhea, constipation), minor gastrointestinal bleeding;
Infrequently: gastric ulcer / duodenal ulcer (peptic ulcer), in some cases with bleeding and perforation; ulceration of the oral mucosa (ulcerative stomatitis), exacerbation of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, gastritis;
Rarely: inflammation of the esophagus (esophagitis) and pancreas (pancreatitis), the formation of cicatricial narrowing in the small and large intestine (intestinal stricture).
Disturbances from the liver and bile ducts
Rarely: violations of liver function (with prolonged use), acute liver failure, acute inflammation of the liver (hepatitis).
Disorders from the cardiovascular system
Rarely: heart palpitations, heart failure, myocardial infarction, increased blood pressure.
Frequency unknown: with prolonged use increased risk of thrombotic complications, edema.
Violations of the blood and lymphatic system
Rarely: anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, agranulocytosis; The first signs of development of these conditions can be fever, sore throat, erosion of the oral mucosa, influenza-like symptoms, increased fatigue, nosebleeds, skin hemorrhages. In case of such symptoms, stop taking the drug immediately and seek medical attention, and refrain from taking painkillers or antipyretics yourself.
Disturbances from the respiratory system of the chest and mediastinal organs
Rarely: exacerbation of bronchial asthma, bronchospasm, shortness of breath, dry wheezes.
Disturbances from the nervous system
Infrequently: headache, dizziness, insomnia, increased excitability, irritability, increased fatigue.
Hearing disorders and labyrinthine disorders
Rarely: noise in ears.
Disturbances on the part of the organ of sight
Infrequently: impaired vision.
Disorders from the kidneys and urinary tract
Rarely: damage to the renal tissue (necrosis of the renal papillae) and an increase in the concentration of uric acid in the blood plasma;
Rarely: edema (mainly in patients with arterial hypertension or with renal dysfunction), nephrotic syndrome, interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure.
Disturbances from the skin and subcutaneous tissues
Infrequently: skin rash;
Rarely: severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome));
In very rare cases Possible severe infections of the skin and soft tissues during chicken pox.
Immune system disorders
Infrequently: hypersensitivity reactions with skin rash and skin pruritus, attacks of bronchial asthma (in some cases accompanied by a marked decrease in blood pressure);
Rarely: severe general hypersensitivity reactions (angioedema, anaphylactoid reactions, anaphylactic shock, bronchospasm).
Disorders of the psyche
Rarely: psychotic reactions, depression.
Other
Rarely: exacerbation of infectious and inflammatory processes associated with the systemic use of NSAIDs; symptoms of aseptic meningitis - severe headache, nausea, vomiting, fever, neck stiffness of muscles, loss of consciousness (increased risk in patients with autoimmune diseases - systemic lupus erythematosus, mixed collagenosis).
Laboratory indicators
Frequency unknown: decrease in the level of hematocrit or hemoglobin; increased bleeding time; decrease in the concentration of glucose in the blood plasma; a decrease in the clearance of creatinine; increased plasma concentration of creatinine; increased activity of "liver" transaminases.
If any side effects occur, discontinue use and consult a doctor.