A recent study in the British Medical Journal warned that long-term, high dosage use of ibuprofen doubles the risk of a heart attack -- even in those with no prior history of heart disease.The popular over-the-counter pain medication, ibuprofen, was found to increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and vascular disease when taken in the highest doctor recommended dosage of 800mg three times daily. There was not enough evidence in the study to determine if the standard dose of 200mg to 400mg three times daily for general pain relief would have the same cardiovascular effects. However, researchers claim short-term use is still safe.
