What are the possible side effects of NSAIDs?
What are the possible side effects of NSAIDs?
NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including: See "What is the most important information I should know about medicines called Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)?- •
- new or worse high blood pressure
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- heart failure
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- liver problems including liver failure
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- kidney problems including kidney failure
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- low red blood cells (anemia)
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- life-threatening skin reactions
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- life-threatening allergic reactions
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- asthma attacks in people who have asthma
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- Other side effects of NSAIDs include: stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness
Get emergency help right away if you get any of the following symptoms:
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- shortness of breath or trouble breathing
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- chest pain
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- weakness in one part or side of your body
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- slurred speech
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- swelling of the face or throat
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Stop taking your NSAID and call your healthcare provider right away if you get any of the following symptoms: |
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- nausea
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- more tired or weaker than usual
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- diarrhea
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- itching
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- your skin or eyes look yellow
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- indigestion or stomach pain
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- flu-like symptoms
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- vomit blood
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- there is blood in your bowel movement or it is black and sticky like tar
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- unusual weight gain
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- skin rash or blisters with fever
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- swelling of the arms, legs, hands and feet
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If you take too much of your NSAID, call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away. These are not all the possible side effects of NSAIDs. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist about NSAIDs. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. |
Other information about NSAIDs - •
- Aspirin is an NSAID but it does not increase the chance of a heart attack. Aspirin can cause bleeding in the brain, stomach, and intestines. Aspirin can also cause ulcers in the stomach and intestines.
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- Some NSAIDs are sold in lower doses without a prescription (over-the-counter). Talk to your healthcare provider before using over-the-counter NSAIDs for more than 10 days.
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