Hypersensitivity to the drug or in individuals with the syndrome of nasal polyps, angioedema, and bronchospastic reactivity to aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. Anaphylactoid reactions have occurred in such patients.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking this medication. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
bloating or gas
constipation
decreased appetite
diarrhea
dizziness
drowsiness
headache
heartburn or indigestion
lightheadedness
nausea and vomiting
nervousness
stomach pain or cramps
unusually coloured urine (black, brown, blue, green)
Although most of the side effects listed below don’t happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
blurred vision
fluid retention (e.g., swollen ankles)
increased urination
itchy skin
rash
ringing in the ears
signs of liver problems (nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes, pale stools, dark urine)
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
symptoms of a severe allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, hives, blistering or peeling skin, swelling of the mouth or throat)
symptoms of aseptic meningitis (stiff neck, severe headache, nausea, vomiting, fever, or decreased level of consciousness)
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.
Ibuprofen (Robax Gold) is indicated for relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, mild to moderate pain, treatment of primary dysmenorrhea.
Severe cases: 2 tabs tid. Mild cases & maint: 1 tab tid. CHILDREN: As directed by the physician.
There may be an interaction between Methocarbamol (Robax Gold) - Ibuprofen (Robax Gold) and any of the following:
alcohol
acetaminophen
acetylsalicylic acid (ASA)
cholestyramine
colestipol
cyclosporine
digoxin
diuretics (e.g., furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide)
heparin
lithium
medications that depress the central nervous system (e.g., phenobarbital, diazepam, zopiclone)
medications used to treat high blood pressure (e.g., diltiazem, nifedipine, pindolol, verapamil)
methotrexate
other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; e.g., naproxen, ketoprofen, diclofenac)
pemetrexed
phenytoin
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs; e.g., citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline)
warfarin.
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
stop taking one of the medications,
change one of the medications to another,
change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
leave everything as is.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with this medication. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, nicotine from cigarettes, and street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
