Question 1

how long does it take for ibuprophen to kick in?

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About 30-45 min: Most drugs taken orally will require digestion and absorption into the bloodstream.  For ibuprofen, since it's not a particularly strong medication, it may take as long as 45 min to feel an effect.

Question 2

can i take hydrcodone 4 hrs after taking 800 mg of ibuprophen?

Accepted Answer

Yes: there are no recognized drug interactions between hydrocodone and ibuprofen so they should be OK when taken near each other or together.

Question 3

can a 12 year old take 500mg of ibuprophen?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen: A 12 year old who is otherwise healthy and weighs more than 110lbs can take 500 mg of ibuprofen.

Question 4

can my 80 pound 12 year old take ibuprophen 600 ?

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I wouldn't: The high end of the recommended dose for size is 10 mg/kg or in this case 360 mg every 6 hours. You may get by using 400 mg over a day or so for a brief need.

Question 5

did i take too much ibuprofen?

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If you took more: than the directed amount - then it was too much. If you took an overdose - call poison control at 1-800-222-1222. If you are having
thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the National suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk .

Question 6

why might someone take ibuprofen?

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Ibuprofen: I stops lots of aches and pains. Quickly. Works for gout as well.

Question 7

what happens if i take 6000mg of ibuprofen at onde?

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Ibuprofen: the usual single dose of ibuprofen is 400 - 600mg.  6000 mg is 7.5 times the maximum single dose.  This dose if taken very often may result in GI problems and or renal problems so be careful

Question 8

can i take ibuprophen before a stress test?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, I don't find any research that has Ibuprofen listed as a med to not take before an exercise or nuclear stress test. Just try to avoid caffeine for the 24 hours prior to the test, including over the counter medications like Excedrin, NoDoz, or diet pills, and foods like chocolate and strawberries.There are several heart medications to avoid the day of and before as well but check with your doc

Question 9

is it  ok to take 1mg of ativan (lorazepam) with 800mg ibuprophen?

Accepted Answer

Should be ok: Depending on why you're taking both of those medications ... They're not contraindicated with each other &amp; should be okay.  Good luck!

Question 10

is it safe to take 400mg of ibuprophen daily for endometriosis pain?

Accepted Answer

Medication questions: Yes. Of course.  The safe doses will be listed on the product that you are using.

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