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Hi doc(s), i have just learnt that ibuprofen may cause kidney or/and liver problems. i took ibuprofen the past 3 days or so to ease cramps and noticed lately that my skin has become rather dull. may i know if this may be caused by ibuprofen not being exc
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Ibuprofen: In an otherwise healthy young woman, ibuprofen when taken as prescribed is unlikely to cause any significant problems. Skin dullness is more apt to be due to some other cause. However, if there is concern, a doctor could do simple testing to ensure kidney function.
Answered 12/30/2014
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