Question 1

can i take vicodin 5/500 n ibuprofen 800  together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The medicine in vicodin works on different pain receptors than ibuprofen.  In addition,  Ibuprofen is an anti-inflammatory where vicodin is not.

Question 2

headache several days in row i've taken tylenol n ibuprofen nun seems to help?

Accepted Answer

Status migrainous: this may be status migranous (if classic migraine features are present) and when it persists and escalates for days, it may require IV treatment in ER or urgent care with more potent medications (ex: Toradol) to get aborted. by now its unlikely triptan class abortive (ex:imitrex,zomig) would work. in the interim try naproxen as it is longer acting.

Question 3

just got switched from enalapril  30 yo losartan 50qd. i'm diabetic type 2  n hbp. in what way is losartan beneficial for both diagnosis ?

Accepted Answer

Less side effects: Losarten has less side effects, otherwise equally effective!

Question 4

went 2 back specialist yesterday n was told pain coming from musculoskeletal. if take advil (ibuprofen) n try to strengthen and stretch would it help or no?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Medications like ibuprofen in combination with physical therapy are the main treatments for musculoskeletal back pain, and have been shown to prevent recurrences and shorten the duration of recurrences.

Question 5

what is the rational  for using enalapril in mi?

Accepted Answer

Prevention: enalapril is in a class of medicines called ACE inhibitors. Given after an MI, they reduce the likelihood of further heart damage

Question 6

what is triazide and enalapril used for?

Accepted Answer

HBP and CHF: Thiazide is a mild diuretics and a better hypertension medication
Enalapril is in the class of ACE inhibitor, good for hypertension, to protect kidneys from diabetes and as part of the treatment of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Question 7

did i take too much ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

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 8

is 1000 mg of ibuprofen too much?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: The maximum dose for adults is 800 mg/dose or 3200 mg per day. Use only the smallest amount needed to get relief from pain,swelling, or fever. Take ibuprofen with food or milk to lessen stomach upset. An ibuprofen overdose can damage your stomach or intestines. If you take ibuprofen for a long period of time, our doctor may want to check you on a regular basis.

Question 9

why might someone take ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

what are nuprin (ibuprofen) effex?

Accepted Answer

See below: The side effects are similar to all nsaids. They include stomach/gi side effects such as stomach pain, GI bleeding etc. They can cause kidney function to be lower. Patients with heart problems need to be careful with this type of medication. Liver function abnormalities are rare. Skin rash are possible but again rare. Read all information regarding side effects of nuprin (ibuprofen).

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Can i take vicodin 5/500 n ibuprofen 800 together?

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Headache several days in row i've taken tylenol n ibuprofen nun seems to help?

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Just got switched from enalapril 30 yo losartan 50qd. i'm diabetic type 2 n hbp. in what way is losartan beneficial for both diagnosis ?

A member asked:

Went 2 back specialist yesterday n was told pain coming from musculoskeletal. if take advil (ibuprofen) n try to strengthen and stretch would it help or no?

A member asked:

What is the rational for using enalapril in mi?

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What is triazide and enalapril used for?

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Did i take too much ibuprofen?

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Is 1000 mg of ibuprofen too much?

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Why might someone take ibuprofen?

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What are nuprin (ibuprofen) effex?

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