What are the common side effects of NSAIDS?
Question posted by wafabaloch on 28 March 2012
Last updated on 7 April 2021 by Iris in TN
3 Answers
If a prescription medication lists so many side effects as NSAIDS do, why would you take it ? You’re trying to help relieve a problem, right ! Find an integrative, natural, and healthy option for your ailment.
For some people, NSAID's put them to sleep, and they cannot function when taking them. I'm not sure if that is even listed as a side effect, but I know several people who simply can't function from sleepiness.
The major side effects of NSAIDs are related to their effects on the stomach and bowels (gastrointestinal system). Some 10%-50% of patients are unable to tolerate NSAID treatment because of side effects, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, and upset stomach. Approximately 15% of patients on long-term NSAID treatment develop a peptic ulcer (ulceration of the stomach or duodenum). Even though many of these patients with ulcers do not have symptoms and are unaware of their ulcers, they are at risk of developing serious ulcer complications such as bleeding or perforation of the stomach.
Common side effects of NSAIDs may include the following:
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Diarrhea
Excess gas
Constipation
Extreme weakness or fatigue
Dry mouth
Serious side effects of NSAIDs may include the following:
Allergic reaction, such as difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of the lips, tongue or face
Muscle cramps, numbness or tingling
Rapid weight gain
Black, bloody or tarry stools
Bloody urine or bloody vomit
Decreased hearing or ringing in the ears (also called tinnitus)
Jaundice (the yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes)
Abdominal cramping
Heartburn
Indigestion
Call your doctor as soon as possible if your side effects become severe.
Suzanne's answer covers it it all, but I also get extreme pain in my stomach when I try to take any of them which leads to her list of tummy issues.
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