Will taking ibuprofen during menstruation have any adverse effects?
Disease description:
Many women, no doubt, experience a few unpleasant days each month. During this time, mood swings and discomfort can significantly affect daily life, causing considerable distress and uncertainty about what to do. So, is there any adverse effect from taking ibuprofen during menstruation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Aiming
Ibuprofen is commonly taken during menstruation, but a frequent side effect is gastrointestinal irritation, which may cause nausea, acid reflux, and stomach pain. In addition, long-term use of ibuprofen can easily lead to drug tolerance, gradually reducing its effectiveness. For menstrual dysmenorrhea, timely medication should be administered according to the specific condition. Discontinuing the drug for a period of time may result in relatively better treatment outcomes. Women who do not desire fertility may also consider pseudo-menopause therapy, using indomethacin suppositories along with oral vitamin B6 to relieve primary dysmenorrhea.
