Tag: ibuprofen
NSAIDs users commonly exceed recommended daily limits
If you’re prone to pain — whether from headaches, arthritis, or just the slings and arrows of ageing — you might reach for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like ibuprofen, more [...]
Taking ibuprofen for arthritis can spike your blood pressure
According to a new study, you should pause before you take an NSAID for arthritis-related pain because these seemingly harmless pills can raise your blood pressure enough to up your risk of dying [...]
Pain killers linked to hearing loss
Using common pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen on a long-term basis means you may be more likely to lose your hearing – and older women are most at risk. Here’s how to relieve pain [...]
Don’t believe the latest hype around Ibuprofen
After looking at nine studies, researchers found that ibuprofen use might reduce squamous cancer risk by about 15 per cent. However, the fact is squamous cancer is extremely rare.