Ibuprofen Side Effects

Possible side effects of ibuprofen are listed below. Tell your doctor if these side effects are severe or if they do not go away in a few days.

• Gastrointestinal side effects like gas, bloating, stomach pain, diarrhea, or constipation
• Nervousness
• Dizziness
• Ringing in the ears

Some of the adverse effects of ibuprofen can be more serious. Call your healthcare professional right away or seek emergency medical help if you experience any of the following signs and symptoms:

• Shortness of breath 
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing
• Hoarseness
• Fever or flu-like symptoms
• Swelling of the face, eyes, throat, arms, hands, abdomen, lower legs, ankles, or feet
• Unexplained weight gain (this may be due to fluid retention)
• Skin rash, itching, hives, blisters
• Fever, headache, confusion, slurred speech, stiff neck
• Extreme fatigue
• Nausea, right upper abdominal pain, loss of appetite, pale skin, yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Fast heartbeat
• Back pain
• Bloody, cloudy, or discolored urine, pain with urination
• Vision changes, such as problems with color vision or blurred vision
• Pain or redness in the eyes
• Mental status changes like aggression

The above list may not include all the potential side effects of ibuprofen. Contact your healthcare provider if your side effects are unusual or severe or they do not get better over time. You can also report unusual side effects to the Food and Drug Administration at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Ibuprofen Overdose: In case of an accidental or intentional overdose of ibuprofen, call your doctor immediately. You can also call the local poison control center or national poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Signs and symptoms of an ibuprofen overdose may include slowed breathing or stopping of breathing for short periods, fast eye movements, dizziness, and bluish discoloration around the lips and mouth.

Source: FDA