10 points
The issue is the potential risk of severe (and potentially fatal) side effects if ibuprofen is taken regularly, especially at high dosages. You could argue that people have a right to damage their own bodies in whatever way they wish, but that’s the reasoning.
7 points
Thank you. I just warned my wife. She’s going through a lot of ibuprofen.
4 points
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It’s not common, so don’t panic. But if anyone needs painkillers regularly I’d strongly advise consulting a physician about it, even if the source of the pain is known and harmless.
Edit - just to be very clear: I’m not a doctor or other medical professional. I just read the paperwork that’s included with the medicine I take.
4 points
Is it the side effects of medication itself or the pain source remaining untreated?
5 points
1 point