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Hi, i took ibuprofen a few days ago and now i have a severe headache and i feel really dizzy and have a uti and my boyfriend took them for he's headache and now he has the same effects as me ? please help ..

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Dr. Ashu Syal answered

Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen can cause renal toxicity esp if taken in large amounts and in presence of inadequate hydration status. It does not cause UTI though. I suggest you need to see your PMD to get some lab work done

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Answered 8/28/2015

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