Does Ibuprofen Interact with Potassium Chloride?
CDI records a moderate classification for Ibuprofen and Potassium Chloride. The stored summary is: May increase serum potassium levels. Closely monitor potassium levels in patients receiving concomitant NSAIDs. The mechanism involves reduces renal synthesis of prostaglandin e and impairs the renin-angiotensin system. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Ibuprofen Class
- Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Reduces renal synthesis of prostaglandin E and impairs the renin-angiotensin system
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Ibuprofen and your doctor is considering prescribing Potassium Chloride (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider