What are the side effects related to ibuprofen?
Stomach upset is the most commonly reported side effect for anyone taking ibuprofen. People with CF generally experience more stomach upset than others even when not on ibuprofen. Therefore, tell your CF doctor whenever new stomach problems occur. Do not just assume they are due to ibuprofen. Although rare, bleeding from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract can also occur for anyone taking ibuprofen. Like stomach upset, GI bleeding can occur in people with CF who do not take ibuprofen. Do not assume that GI bleeding, if it occurs, is due to ibuprofen. Ibuprofen also may interfere with the ability of the blood to form a clot. This leads to bleeding “tendencies.” Nosebleeds, for example, might be worse when you are on ibuprofen. If you or your child have bleeding tendencies, mention this to your CF doctor when discussing the pros and cons of taking ibuprofen. Overall, ibuprofen appears less risky than aspirin. There has been some concern that ibuprofen can cause kidney damage. This can occur,
