Can ibprofen mildly increase alt on a cbc? was taking ibprofen everyday week prior to routine bloodwork. alt was 68 (top of normal was 62) ast (32) and all other cbc was normal. primary care wasn't concerned. non smoker, 32, dont drink, 20lbs overwgh

Yes: ibuprofen and other NSAID's can increase liver function tests as well as kidney tests. In your case if this is the cause it is a very mild elevation. Liver function tests are not done on a CBC which is a complete blood count. This is a test of your blood cell numbers and composition.

Probably not: The abnormal liver tests are probably not due to the ibuprofen. The most likely etiology will probably turn out to be fatty liver, but a work up it will be necessary if the liver tests are abnormal on repeat. I would consider getting another set of liver tests in 3 to 6 months. If you're able to lose weight in that time, so much the better. Good luck.

Unlikely: One week of ibuprofen won't cause liver damage, so don't worry about the mild increase in ALT. While short courses of meds like ibuprofen may cause indigestion and/or abdominal pain, they're generally safe. Long term use may cause kidney problems, gastrointestinal inflammation, ulcers & bleeding, and increased risk of heart attack & should only be done under a physician's supervision. Okay?

Yes: I would cut back on drugs that assault the liver and try to make some healthy lifestyle changes like; eating lots of vegetables, healthy foods, avoid non processed foods, increase water, increase exercise. Avoid medications including chinese herbs, homeopathic meds, alcohol that can assault the liver. After 6 weeks recheck the liver tests and make sure you are screened for Hepatitis, AB&C.

This is famous: Iboprofen does this all the time. A high ALT is serious and is worth rechecking off the stuff. Give it two weeks or so.