Ibuprofen FAQ

Can you take Ibuprofen if you have COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

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Meloxicam vs Ibuprofen: What's the difference?

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Aleve vs Ibuprofen: What's the difference?

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Aleve and ibuprofen are both used for pain relief. But is one more effective or more likely to cause side effects compared to the other?

What's the best medicine for sore throat?

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Naproxen vs ibuprofen: What's the difference?

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Naproxen and ibuprofen are both NSAIDs, but which one is more effective or more likely to cause side effects?

Can you take ibuprofen on an empty stomach?

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Can you take expired ibuprofen?

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What's the difference between aspirin and ibuprofen?

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Can you overdose on ibuprofen?

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Can you take tramadol with acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin?

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Can you drink alcohol with ibuprofen?

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How do Celebrex and ibuprofen compare?

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Advil (ibuprofen) & Tylenol (acetaminophen) together, safe?

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How much ibuprofen can I take and how often?

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What is the maximum amount you can take?

Acetaminophen vs Ibuprofen: Which is better?

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Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are both used for pain relief but which one is more effective and which one has fewer side effects?

Is ibuprofen (Advil) a blood thinner?

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In other words, does it thin your blood?

Can I take ibuprofen with blood pressure medications?

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I just took ibuprofen and prednisone, is that ok?

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What temperature is considered a fever?

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Which painkiller should you use?

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