Docosanol and Ibuprofen drug interactions - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data
Summary:
Drug interactions are reported among people who take Docosanol (docosanol) and Ibuprofen (ibuprofen). Common drug interactions include nephrolithiasis among females and drug dependence among males.
The phase IV clinical study analyzes what interactions people have when they take Docosanol and Ibuprofen. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 13 people who take the same drugs from the FDA, and is updated regularly.
What is Docosanol?
Docosanol has active ingredients of docosanol. eHealthMe is studying from 511 Docosanol users. Check the latest studies of Docosanol.
What is Ibuprofen?
Ibuprofen has active ingredients of ibuprofen. It is often used in pain. eHealthMe is studying from 245,270 Ibuprofen users. Check the latest studies of Ibuprofen.
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13 people who take Docosanol and Ibuprofen together, and have interactions are studied.

What are the common drug interactions of Docosanol and Ibuprofen, by gender? *:
female:
- Nephrolithiasis (calculi in the kidneys)
- Oral mucosal blistering (mouth ulcer)
- Subcutaneous emphysema (smooth bulging of the skin)
- Wheezing (a high-pitched whistling sound made while you breath)
- Asthma
- Breast cancer
- Chest pain
- General physical health deterioration (weak health status)
- Increased tendency to bruise (increased tendency to injure the underlying soft tissue or bone)
- Inflammation
male:
- Drug dependence
What are the common drug interactions of Docosanol and Ibuprofen, by age (0-1 to 60+)? *:
0-1:
n/a
2-9:
n/a
10-19:
- Nephrolithiasis (calculi in the kidneys)
20-29:
n/a
30-39:
- Asthma
- Wheezing (a high-pitched whistling sound made while you breath)
40-49:
n/a
50-59:
- Breast cancer
- Chest pain
- General physical health deterioration (weak health status)
- Increased tendency to bruise (increased tendency to injure the underlying soft tissue or bone)
- Neck pain
- Necrotising fasciitis (an uncommon life-threatening soft-tissue infection)
- Subcutaneous emphysema (smooth bulging of the skin)
60+:
- Oral mucosal blistering (mouth ulcer)
What are the existing conditions these people have? *
- Hiv Infection: 7 people, 53.85%
- Folliculitis (infection of hair root): 2 people, 15.38%
- Eczema (patches of skin become rough and inflamed, with itching and bleeding blisters): 2 people, 15.38%
- Dry Skin: 2 people, 15.38%
- Cheilitis (infection of lips): 2 people, 15.38%
- Asthma: 2 people, 15.38%
- Nicotine Dependence: 1 person, 7.69%
- Nasal Polyps (masses that develop in the lining of the nose): 1 person, 7.69%
- Muscle Aches (muscle pain): 1 person, 7.69%
- Indigestion: 1 person, 7.69%
* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.
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a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y zSub-studies by gender and age:
Female: 0-1 2-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
Male: 0-1 2-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
Browse all side effects of Docosanol:
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y zBrowse all side effects of Ibuprofen:
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y zBrowse all interactions between Docosanol and drugs from A to Z:
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y zBrowse all interactions between Ibuprofen and drugs from A to Z:
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y zRelated publications that referenced our studies
- Moslim MA, Sodeman TC, Nawras AT, "A Case of Suggested Ibuprofen-Induced Acute Pancreatitis", American journal of therapeutics, 2016 Nov .
- Moslim MA, Sodeman TC, Nawras AT, "A Case of Suggested Ibuprofen-Induced Acute Pancreatitis", American journal of therapeutics, 2016 Nov .
How the study uses the data?
The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on docosanol and ibuprofen (the active ingredients of Docosanol and Ibuprofen, respectively), and Docosanol and Ibuprofen (the brand names). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.
How to use the study?
DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.
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