Can I take Sertraline and Ibuprofen together?

It is generally recommended that you do not take سيرترالين و الإيبوبروفين together as they increases your risk of internal bleeding.

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Sertraline (an SSRI) reduces the amount of serotonin in your blood platelets, which are the cells responsible for clotting. Ibuprofen (an NSAID) also interferes with platelet function and can damage the protective lining of the stomach. When used together, these two effects combine to significantly raise the risk of a bleed.

• Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking these together.

• If you need pain relief, paracetamol is usually a safer choice while taking sertraline.

• If your doctor confirms you must take both, take them with food to protect your stomach.

• Seek medical help immediately if you notice signs of bleeding, such as vomit that looks like coffee grounds, very dark or tarry poo (stools), or unexplained bruising.

Stomach ulcers and bleeding

Taking these medicines together significantly increases your risk of serious stomach bleeding. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice black, tarry stools or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.

الربو

Do not take ibuprofen if you have asthma that is worsened by aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as it can trigger a severe, life-threatening asthma attack.

Low sodium levels (hyponatraemia)

Sertraline can cause a dangerous drop in blood sodium levels, especially in the elderly. Seek medical help if you experience persistent confusion, muscle weakness, or seizures.

الحمل (الثلاثة أشهر الأخيرة)

لا تتناولي الإيبوبروفين إذا كنتِ حاملًا لأكثر من 6 أشهر، لأنه يمكن أن يسبب مشاكل خطيرة في القلب والكلى للجنين ومضاعفات أثناء الولادة.

الكحول

It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking sertraline. Alcohol can increase the sedative effects of the medicine, making you feel more sleepy, dizzy, or unsteady. It can also worsen the symptoms of depression or anxiety.

It is best to avoid or strictly limit alcohol while taking ibuprofen. Combining alcohol with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen increases the risk of irritation to your stomach lining and can lead to stomach ulcers or bleeding.

عصير الجريب فروت

يجب عليك تجنب شرب كميات كبيرة من عصير الجريب فروت أثناء تناول السيرترالين. يمكن للجريب فروت أن يزيد من مستوى السيرترالين في دمك، مما قد يزيد من خطر الآثار الجانبية.

الكافيين (القهوة، الشاي، مشروبات الطاقة)

Sertraline can sometimes make you feel restless or shaky. High amounts of caffeine can worsen these side effects or increase feelings of anxiety.

Food

Ibuprofen should ideally be taken with food or a glass of milk. This helps to protect your stomach lining and reduces the risk of indigestion or stomach ache.

Taking multiple medicines? Our مدقق تفاعلات الأدوية helps you check whether your prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements are safe to take together. Simply search for your medicines to see potential interactions and what to do about them.

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