Ibuprofen Induced Angioedema And Urticaria : A Case Report

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) are among the most frequently administered drugs, mainly for their anti-pyretic, but also for pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects.1 Symptoms associated with immune-mediated reactions are usually drug specific and include: bronchospasm, rhinitis and conjunctivitis; angioedema and urticaria; and anaphylaxis.2 Prompt recognition and immediate cessation of the culprit drug, along with the administration of corticosteroids and antihistamines, are essential. Here, we report a case of angioedema and urticaria caused by ibuprofen administration, which needs prompt vigilance and a rapid therapeutic response.3