Cumulative effects of ibuprofen and air emersion in zebra mussels Dreissena polymorpha

In conclusion, exposure to Ibu has some anti-inflammatory effects to mussels based on COX activity but resulted in increased oxidative damage and lipid catabolism. Exposure to air stress could enhance some of these responses and contribute to decreased resistance to air exposures.
Source: Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology - Category: Environmental Health Source Type: research