Question 1

is it ok to take ibuprofen if have stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: ...It will probably make your stomach feel worse than it already does.

Question 2

i have symptoms of stomach flu, but no nausea and diarrhea. i was diagnosed this week with chest inflammation and am on ibuprofen. is it ok to take?

Accepted Answer

Okay but...: Ibuprofen is okay to take but it may make your stomach symptoms worse. It can cause irritation to the stomach lining. If you take it make sure to take it with a meal. Another alternative is to take an over the counter prilosec with the ibuprofen since it can protect the stomach from the harmful effects of the ibuprofen.

Question 3

i have gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is it okay to take ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

NO: In my humble opinion, the answer is no.  Ibuprofen is well known to be a gastrointestinal irritant.

Question 4

is ibuprofen (advil/aleve) okay to take during stomach flu to treat headaches and cramps or will it lead to reye's disease like aspirin?

Accepted Answer

Okay: It is okay to take ibuprofen or Naproxen while you have the stomach flu, as it will not lead to Reyes syndrome. 
 However, these type of medications (NSAIDs) can further irritate your stomach.  I would recommend trying acetaminophen first.

Question 5

stomach flu for 2 days.  no more pain, nor nausea, mild diarhea and fatigue.  i have a massive headache.  too soon for advil (ibuprofen)?  stated eating this morn

Accepted Answer

Stomach flu: is very common viral infection. Usually the condition resolves on its own with home care. Drink water and get a good rest. NSAIDs (e.g. Aleve, Advil) or Tylenol (acetaminophen) are also recommended every 6 hours. If concerned, see your PCP for examination.

Question 6

have stomach flu like symptoms along with severe leg pain & chest pain, should i go to er? there's no relief with advil (ibuprofen).

Accepted Answer

Chest pain: Anyone with unexplained chest pain alone should be seen ASAP by a doctor. In your case there are several issues that deserve an examination. ER would be a good idea. Hope it all turns out to be easily resolved. Best wishes.

Question 7

gi docs: i was in hospital for mallory-weiss tear about 2 weeks ago (secondary to stomach virus/vomiting). now i have flu/flu-like illness with chills/fever. do you think it's safe to take ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

Chills and fever: See a doctor or go to the er to make sure your chills and fever are the flu and not an infection related to your esophageal tear.

Question 8

could i take ondansetron if i have the stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Commonly used anti-nausea med to allow oral hydration when have viral GI illnesses (/"stomach flu").

Question 9

can i take antacids towards the end of stomach flu. i suffer from gurd?

Accepted Answer

Probably: You may take them at an appropriate dose.  Make sure you maintain adequate hydration.

Question 10

should i take immodium and or gravol with the stomach flu? or will it make me more ill , keeping the virus in my body ? thanks

Accepted Answer

Stay hydrated: When fighting the "stomach flu" (which is not always influenza), the most important thing is to stay hydrated. Take small sips of water and/or dilute gatorade, or pedialyte. If you vomit it up, wait 30 min or so and try again, slowly. If you can't keep anything down, er.

Anti-diarrhea meds aren't bad but you should consult your doctor, as it could mask other things. Hydration is still the key.

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Is it ok to take ibuprofen if have stomach flu

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Is it ok to take ibuprofen if have stomach flu?

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I have symptoms of stomach flu, but no nausea and diarrhea. i was diagnosed this week with chest inflammation and am on ibuprofen. is it ok to take?

A member asked:

I have gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is it okay to take ibuprofen?

A member asked:

Is ibuprofen (advil/aleve) okay to take during stomach flu to treat headaches and cramps or will it lead to reye's disease like aspirin?

A member asked:

Stomach flu for 2 days. no more pain, nor nausea, mild diarhea and fatigue. i have a massive headache. too soon for advil (ibuprofen)? stated eating this morn

A member asked:

Have stomach flu like symptoms along with severe leg pain & chest pain, should i go to er? there's no relief with advil (ibuprofen).

A member asked:

Gi docs: i was in hospital for mallory-weiss tear about 2 weeks ago (secondary to stomach virus/vomiting). now i have flu/flu-like illness with chills/fever. do you think it's safe to take ibuprofen?

A member asked:

Could i take ondansetron if i have the stomach flu?

A member asked:

Can i take antacids towards the end of stomach flu. i suffer from gurd?

A member asked:

Should i take immodium and or gravol with the stomach flu? or will it make me more ill , keeping the virus in my body ? thanks

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