Motrin Side Effects

It is possible to experience certain side effects while taking Motrin. Side effects that were documented in more than 1 percent of patients include diarrhea, dizziness, vomiting, and indigestion. If you develop more serious side effects, such as slurred speech and bloody urine or stools, be sure to seek medical attention immediately as this may indicate a more serious problem.

 

Motrin Side Effects: An Overview

As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with Motrin® (ibuprofen). However, not everyone who takes Motrin will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate Motrin well. When side effects do occur, they are generally minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider.
 
There are also several factors that seem to affect the chances of developing side effects, including:
 
  • The dosage of Motrin
  • Age
  • Other medical conditions
  • Other medicines being taken at the same time.
     
(The Motrin side effects discussed below are not a complete list of side effects reported with this drug. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of Motrin side effects with you.)
 

Common Motrin Side Effects

Motrin has been studied extensively in clinical trials, with thousands of people worldwide having been evaluated. In these studies, side effects are always documented and compared to those that occur in a similar group of people not taking the medicine. Based on these studies, the most common Motrin side effects include:
 
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Heartburn
  • Dizziness
  • Unexplained rash.
     
Other side effects of Motrin (occurring in more than 1 percent of people) include, but are not limited to:
 
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Constipation
  • Stomach cramps
  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Headache
  • Nervousness
  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • Decrease appetite
  • Swelling.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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