Drug Safety Alert: IPC flags adverse reactions linked to Ibuprofen

Following the preliminary analysis of Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs) from the PvPI database, it is reported that Ibuprofen can lead to Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs) known as Fixed Drug Eruption.

A fixed-drug eruption (FDE) is a unique cutaneous adverse drug effect in the form of recurrent lesions at the same site after re-exposure to the offending agent.

Now, as per the issued drug safety alert, the following suspected drug is associated with the ADRs as given below:

In light of the above, the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, has advised Healthcare Professionals, Patients/Consumers to closely monitor the possibility of the above ADRs associated with the use of above suspected drugs.

Further, the safety alert added, "If such reaction is encountered, please report to the NCC-PvPI, IPC by filling of Suspected Adverse Drug Reactions Reporting Form/Medicines Side Effect Reporting Form for Consumer (http://www.ipc.gov.in), through Android Mobile App "ADR PvPI App" and PvPI Helpline No. 1800-180-3024 (Toll Free)."

To view the official notice, click the link below: