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
- heart failure
- stroke
- liver problems including liver failure
- kidney problems including kidney failure
- low red blood cells (anemia)
- life-threatening skin reactions
- life-threatening allergic reactions
- asthma attacks in people who have asthma
- bleeding and ulcers in the stomach and intestine
- Other side effects of NSAIDs include: stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.
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Get emergency help right away if you get any of the following symptoms: |
| - shortness of breath or trouble breathing
- chest pain
- weakness in one part or side of your body
| - slurred speech
- 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: |
| - nausea
- more tired or weaker than usual
- diarrhea
- itching
- your skin or eyes look yellow
- indigestion or stomach pain
- flu-like symptoms
| - vomit blood
- there is blood in your bowel movement or it is black and sticky like tar
- unusual weight gain
- skin rash or blisters with fever
- 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.
- 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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