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A member asked:

I heard ibuprofen can harm our heart and may lead to stroke.is it true?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Not ibuprofen: A recent study suggested patients taking Naproxen for an extended period of time might have a greater incidence of a cardiovascular event. Because Naproxen is a traditional NSAID, this might present a potential problem for all NSAIDs, include ibuprofen.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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