Question 1

you sprained your ankle and are told to take ibuprofen to reduce the inflammation. what is the mechanism of action for this drug?

Accepted Answer

Ibufrofen, an NSAID,: Is an anti-inflammatory medication.  Its nature is to calm down inflammation.  Ankle sprains need ice and antiinflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen in the 1st 24-48 hours to combat swelling and inflammation, then heat afterwards to improve mobility.  Add on compression in the way of ankle support and that is the basis for treatment for mild to medium sprains.

Question 2

should i take 1600 mg of ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

Not in a single dose: That would be an overdose for this medication.

Question 3

i took amlopipine. can i take ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can: Amlodipin is used for high blood pressure and Ibuprofen for pain or as fever reducer.There is no drug interaction and you can take both.

Question 4

i took 54 ibuprofen how am i still alive?

Accepted Answer

Get help: You should call your local poison hotline now, or seek help at a local medical facility or er. Do it now.

Question 5

can i take 2 800 milligrams of ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

It won't help: It won't help with the symptoms.  Your body can only use so much at one time.  It's called the ceiling effect.  Once your body has all of its receptors using the medication there is no place for the remaining drug to work.  You will end up just urinating out the rest.  Your kidneys will have to work harder and it won't work any better.  Best to add Tylenol as it works on a different receptor.

Question 6

i took 1600 mg of ibuprofen. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Call poison control!: Please call Poison Control now. 1 (800) 222-1222.  How bad this is depends on many factors, including your overall health, and other meds, drugs,alcohol you may be using.  Did you do this on purpose to hurt yourself?  Is so, please call 911 right away!

Question 7

can i take ibuprofen while taking carvedilolol?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: Be any drug-drug interactions.

Question 8

what happens if i take 200mg of ibuprofen a day?

Accepted Answer

Not much bad: 200mg can help stiffnes and sometims sleep as well.  Side effects tend to be dose related.  Low risk with 200mg once a day and high risk with 800mg 4 times a day.

Question 9

ibuprofen isnt working for my pain..what do i do?

Accepted Answer

: Any  medication used for pain relief, if not effective, is a reason to be examined/evaluated by a physician.  See your primary care physician, who can refer to a particular specialist for expert care if necessary.

Question 10

what could happen if i took 17 advil (ibuprofen) at once?

Accepted Answer

Advil (ibuprofen) overdose.: Depends on  the dose of each pill.  Are you considering taking an overdose? 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 (1-800-273-8255) for support.

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I took amlopipine. can i take ibuprofen?

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I took 54 ibuprofen how am i still alive?

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Can i take 2 800 milligrams of ibuprofen?

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I took 1600 mg of ibuprofen. what do i do?

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Can i take ibuprofen while taking carvedilolol?

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What happens if i take 200mg of ibuprofen a day?

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What could happen if i took 17 advil (ibuprofen) at once?

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