Many prescription and nonprescription medications can cause abdominal
pain by irritating the stomach lining, which can lead to heartburn or ulcerlike
symptoms. Medications that may cause these symptoms include:
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs),
such as:
- Ibuprofen, such as
Advil.
- Naproxen sodium, such as Anaprox.
- Corticosteroids, such as prednisone.
Other medications can cause abdominal cramping, diarrhea, or
constipation. Medications that may cause these symptoms include:
- Antibiotics, such as ampicillin, amoxicillin,
erythromycin, tetracycline, sulfonamides, and
clindamycin.
- Antidiarrheals, such as Lomotil or
Pepto-Bismol.
- Laxatives, such as Ex-Lax or Correctol.
Your health professional may be able to prescribe another medication
if your child is having abdominal pain caused by a medication. There may also
be other ways to take a medication that will decrease the risk of abdominal
pain.
