Question 1

it seems i can no longer take medicine with out getting anxiety. it could be ibuprofen which i have taken many times or the zpack. why?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes.: Some medications , even antibiotics , can cause side-effects ,including anxiety. You need to remember what these medications are so you can avoid them in the future and look for a substitute. Eventually you can come across a medications that does not cause anxiety through a process of elimination. On the other hand, you may anticipate anxiety and that can be a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Question 2

i take 2000 mg to relieve pain in tooth ibuprofen then when it wears off like three times a day will i be ok my dentist appointment is soon and it's going to be like a month longer?

Accepted Answer

: Take the medication as directed on the bottle. More your appointment up if possible.

Question 3

hello my son ezra has been running a fever since sunday afternoon. i have been alternating tylenol and ibuprofen to keep it at bay. he doesnt really have any other symptoms besides congestion. should i take him to see a dr or wait a bit longer?

Accepted Answer

Fever: How high is the fever? I would recommend taking him to see his pediatrician if it's been 4+ days and not resolving.

Question 4

if i took naproxen 3 days ago is it safe to take ibuprofen now without increased risk of side effects? or should i wait longer?

Accepted Answer

It is safe: However, you should always check with your doctor before taking any medication, even over the counter once.

Question 5

how long does it take for ibuprofen 800mg to start working, instantly? is it normal to feel relief right away?

Accepted Answer

It varies: we are human not robot so the medicine effect us in many different way and in different speed depend on how fast the stomach absorb the medicine and how fast it get metabolize through our liver and excreted through our kidney and yes sometime it does feel like it worked right away

Question 6

i take 600-800mg of ibuprofen almost daily. are there any negative side effex?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Possible stomach lining erosion and ulcers.  Would take w/ food at a minimum to help prevent this.  You may also consider taking with an h2 blocker such as ranitidine or ppi such as Omeprazole for GI protection.  Also can raise blood pressure or even hurt kidneys - stay hydrated and make sure you tell your physician so he/she can monitor these for you.

Question 7

how many methocarbam 750mg's can i take with 2 ibuprofen 800mg?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol: You can take 1 or two tablets  twice or three times a day if needed as a maximum dose.

Question 8

can i take ibuprofen 800mg with suboxone? if so should i space them out?

Accepted Answer

Suboxone and ibuprof: These can be taken together. However, I would wait until the suboxone is complete before you take the Ibuprofen or take the latter first.

Question 9

if i  take 4 advil every 8 hrs will i receive the same  benefits as  one 800mg tablet of ibuprofen or does it lose potency being in multiple tablets?

Accepted Answer

Should be the same: Four of the 200mg tablets will have the same effect as one of the 800mg tablets.  A patient should not notice any difference between taking 4 small tablets or one big tablet.

Question 10

can i take 800mg ibuprofen for mentral cramps?

Accepted Answer

Menstrual cramps: Usual dose of Ibuprofen for that condition is 400 mg every 4-6 hours (max 2400 mg/day). Higher doses increase risk of stomach irritation or bleeding. Take NSAID with meal to lessen stomach effects. Heating pad to abdomen may help reduce cramping. Gyn may offer other meds for relief.

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How long can you take ibuprofen 800mg

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It seems i can no longer take medicine with out getting anxiety. it could be ibuprofen which i have taken many times or the zpack. why?

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I take 2000 mg to relieve pain in tooth ibuprofen then when it wears off like three times a day will i be ok my dentist appointment is soon and it's going to be like a month longer?

A member asked:

Hello my son ezra has been running a fever since sunday afternoon. i have been alternating tylenol and ibuprofen to keep it at bay. he doesnt really have any other symptoms besides congestion. should i take him to see a dr or wait a bit longer?

A member asked:

If i took naproxen 3 days ago is it safe to take ibuprofen now without increased risk of side effects? or should i wait longer?

A member asked:

How long does it take for ibuprofen 800mg to start working, instantly? is it normal to feel relief right away?

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I take 600-800mg of ibuprofen almost daily. are there any negative side effex?

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How many methocarbam 750mg's can i take with 2 ibuprofen 800mg?

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Can i take ibuprofen 800mg with suboxone? if so should i space them out?

A member asked:

If i take 4 advil every 8 hrs will i receive the same benefits as one 800mg tablet of ibuprofen or does it lose potency being in multiple tablets?

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Can i take 800mg ibuprofen for mentral cramps?

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