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Article: The Killer painkiller; Scientists link Ibuprofen to risk of heart attacks.(News)

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Daily Record (Glasgow, Scotland)
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June 10, 2005
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IBUPROFEN has become the latest popular drug linked with possible killer side- effects.

Researchers have found people who take it are 25 per cent more likely to suffer a heart attack.

Elderly people are most at risk with one in every 1000 of those taking the drug suffering an attack, research shows.

Ibuprofen is one of the most popular painkillers in the UK, with 46 tons sold every year.

Footballers and other sports people use it to treat swelling and pain in their joints.

The drug ...

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