Question 1

is it safe to take 3 advil (ibuprofen)  200mg every 3 hours for sciatica pain that hurts really bad.

Accepted Answer

Talk to pharmacist: This is the MAX I've heard of: For extreme severe arthritis pain a daily total of 3,200mg can be taken in 3-4 equal doses (intervals of 6-8 hrs). Sciatica pain is known to be awful and hard to treat. Consider accupuncture and other alternative pain mgmt. Be careful - organ damage would make life even harder. I wish you well.

Question 2

is it safe to take 3 ibuprofen every 6 hours?

Accepted Answer

Depends on strength: What is the strength of ibuprofen?

Ibuprofen has many side effects- Gastric bleeding,

raises BP, affects kidneys etc

Find an alternative .

Question 3

is it safe to take ibuprofen for joint pain three hours after taking multivitamins?

Accepted Answer

Let's step back: The question is should you be regularly taking ibuprofen for joint pain and the answer is no. Long term use may be harmful to your heart and the lining of your intestinal track. More importantly, why are you taking a multivitamin at your age? In the absence of known deficiency, the multivitamin may be a waste of money. Please don't self-medicate. Speak to a knowledgeable doctor.

Question 4

my ibuprofen 600 was prescribed to take one every 6 hours. is it safe to take 2 at a time every 24 hours instead?

Accepted Answer

No: Be care with ibuprofen. I have seen kidney failure due to overuse.

Question 5

is it safe to take advil (ibuprofen) multiple times a day if i was prescribed 500 mgs of naproxen every 6 hours? i am worried because the bottle of advil (ibuprofen) says no

Accepted Answer

Advil (ibuprofen) + Naproxen: Both of these meds are considered NSAIDS which are notorious for causing GI problems (stomach bleeding),  The maximum dose of Ibuprofen is 3.2 g, and Naproxen 1.5g daily. Do the math. There are other better ways of managing pain than taking same meds-NSAIDs. You need to consult with a doctor that specializes in pain for more information and medication adjustment.

Question 6

is it safe to take 800mg of ibuprofen every six hours for an extended period of time? what are the side effects?

Accepted Answer

No: It increases the risks of gastrointestinal irritation or erosion of the lining of the stomach.  It can cause ulcers.  And can put strain on your kidneys.

Question 7

i took a shot of whiskey about an hour and a half ago would it be ok if i take three tablets of advil (ibuprofen) now?

Accepted Answer

OK.: As long as you don't have any underlying chronic liver compromise and you are talking about 3 tabs of the 325 mg variety it would be OK.

Question 8

is it safe for me to take 800 mg ibuprofen every 4 hours?

Accepted Answer

No: The dosing period for Ibuprofen is minimum of every 6-8.  Sooner than that can result in high doses that can problems with the kidneys and increased GI upset.

Question 9

i  was prescribed toradol for a shoulder injury and have taken it once every 12 hours for past 2 days (in total, 3 doses).  i stopped taking it about 20 hours ago and wanted to switchto ibuprofen, am i safe to take ibuprofen at this point?

Accepted Answer

Recommendations: Yes, you surely can stop Toradol, and start ibuprofen, but use a relatively low dose due to potential adverse effects at higher dose levels.  Has your doctor suggested physical therapy, which likely would assist range of motion and more efficient stabilization, even if a rotator cuff tear?

Question 10

can i take 3 advil (ibuprofen) pm for my severe back pain if i took vicodin three hours ago?

Accepted Answer

Back Pain, Vicodin: Of course, you need relief from back pain.
Reflect upon about history of back pain given to your Physician, X-ray or MRI findings, possible causes of your back pain, stresses in your life contributing to pain, diagnosis, treatment discussed -Pain Management ,Medication, P.T. and Therapy.
See an Orthopedic Physician and a Psychiatrist.
Use Music, Breathing Relaxation, Visual Imagery and Meditation.

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Is it safe to take 3 advil (ibuprofen) 200mg every 3 hours for sciatica pain that hurts really bad.

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Is it safe to take 3 ibuprofen every 6 hours?

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Is it safe to take ibuprofen for joint pain three hours after taking multivitamins?

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My ibuprofen 600 was prescribed to take one every 6 hours. is it safe to take 2 at a time every 24 hours instead?

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Is it safe to take advil (ibuprofen) multiple times a day if i was prescribed 500 mgs of naproxen every 6 hours? i am worried because the bottle of advil (ibuprofen) says no

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Is it safe to take 800mg of ibuprofen every six hours for an extended period of time? what are the side effects?

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I took a shot of whiskey about an hour and a half ago would it be ok if i take three tablets of advil (ibuprofen) now?

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Is it safe for me to take 800 mg ibuprofen every 4 hours?

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I was prescribed toradol for a shoulder injury and have taken it once every 12 hours for past 2 days (in total, 3 doses). i stopped taking it about 20 hours ago and wanted to switchto ibuprofen, am i safe to take ibuprofen at this point?

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Can i take 3 advil (ibuprofen) pm for my severe back pain if i took vicodin three hours ago?

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