I used to keep
ibuprofen in my First AId Kit.
My wife removed it after marriage from the box and discarded them. I asked her why?
Taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as
ibuprofen, taking such drugs increases the risk of
cardiac arrest by a whopping 31 percent. A cardiac arrest is a serious medical emergency as the heart stops pumping blood throughout the body. It is complicated and those who has the awareness would generally avoid
ibuprofen. FYI
- In addition to cardiac arrest, NSAIDs are associated with other heart issues such as increased risk of atrial fibrillation or heart flutter.
- These drugs may delay healing.
- NSAIDs disrupt the body’s own anti-inflammatory system. While reducing certain molecules responsible for inflammation, natural anti-inflammatory molecules also are impaired.
- About 16,500 people annually die due to NSAIDs use. The culprit is usually ulcer-related complications associated with the drug’s continued use.
- Intestinal problems, including bleeding, occur in almost everyone taking NSAIDs (even if it’s not noticeable). This can lead to anemia and fatigue.
- Muscle dysfunction, contributing to physical aches and pains, and injuries is often prevalent among NSAIDs users.
- NSAIDs can reduce the body’s ability to repair joint and bone stress.
- Increased risk of kidney damage, especially when you’re dehydrated, can result from taking NSAIDs.
- NSAIDs can disturb sleep.
- Immune system stress often accompanies NSAIDs use.