Can ibuprofen raise my blood pressure?

Yes, it can. Ibuprofen belongs to a family of painkillers called NSAIDs, which make the body retain salt and water and can reduce how well blood vessels relax; both effects nudge blood pressure upward, especially with regular use.

NSAIDs can also make some blood-pressure medicines work less well. If you take medication for blood pressure, kidneys, or heart failure, ask your clinician or pharmacist which pain reliever fits your situation before using one regularly.

Occasional use is a different question from daily use, and that distinction is exactly what is worth raising with the person who knows your full picture.