What Does Ibuprofen Do to Your Blood Cells? A Pharmacological Look
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Did you know that ibuprofen, a common over-the-counter pain reliever, can significantly interfere with the function of blood cells, particularly platelets, affecting the body's clotting ability? As a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), its mechanism of action directly influences the production of chemicals involved in inflammation and blood coagulation.
