Question 1

do you know the highest dose of ibuprofen a person can take at one time?

Accepted Answer

Healthy adult?: Normal size? In that case, maximum daily dose is 2400mg. "prescription strength ibuprofen" is usually 800mg every 8hrs or 600mg every 6hrs (both =2400mg). Should not be done for more than a few days ideally, and in consultation with your dr.

Question 2

i have a severe toothache and i'm taking one ibuprofen 600 mg butmy mouth is still hurting and i was wondering if it was ok to take another dose?

Accepted Answer

Be careful : Be careful wrt the amount of ibuprofen you take. You can take 800 mg twice a day for a couple of days but really you better see the dentist and fix the tooth

Question 3

i take claritin and cipro for chronic allergies and chronic severe sinus pain and inflammation. no improvement yet. im in a lot of pain. im afraid to take ibuprofen because i had gi issues in the past. will taking one dose of advil hurt me?

Accepted Answer

: Here is some useful information from my website: https://drneilmcleod.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Sinusitis.pdf
You need to use a humidifier, take hot steamy showers, sleep with the infected side up so it drains, and if possible flush the sinus with warm saline. The pills on there own are not enough. Ask your doctor about Augmentin.

Question 4

i have a cold. ears and throat in pain.i took 2 doses of dayquil-one in morning and one at 5pm, 2 ibuprofen at 2, nyquil at 7.  can i take vicodin now?

Accepted Answer

NO: Vicodin is a narcotic and has no use in a cold.

Question 5

largest dose of ibuprofen one can take for severe swelling on elbow from a bad fall with large angry spreading bruise? 600 or 800mg?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen: Generally speaking 800mg of ibuprofen is a maximal single dose which can be taken up to three times in a day.  However use caution given the spreading bruise which suggests bleeding, as ibuprofen and other NSAIDS can lead to easy bleeding and perhaps worsen the situation. Tylenol (acetaminophen) may be a safer alternative for pain relief. Concern for fracture or more serious injury may warrant an x-ray.

Question 6

what is the most ibuprofen i can safely take in one day?

Accepted Answer

: 800 mg, three times a day.

Question 7

i have found that advil (ibuprofen) cold & sinus works before for me to keep my sinus symptoms at bay. will it hurt me at all to take one a day?

Accepted Answer

NO: This should not hurt you. One problem may be aggravating acid reflux.

Question 8

is it ok to take 1 or 2 doses of 400 mg ibuprofen every day for 15 days in a month? i have endometriosis and i have pain for around 15-16 days a month

Accepted Answer

YES: This should not cause any issues; hoever, please take medicine only as needed and do not exceed dosing directions.

Question 9

how much ibuprofen can you take in one day?

Accepted Answer

Motrin: It can vary from 1200 mg to 3200 mg per day in divided dosages in very specific indications.

Question 10

how many advil (ibuprofen) can you take in one day?

Accepted Answer

6 TO 8 A DAY: It depends on what you are taking advll for.The maximum prescription dose if tolerated by some is 3200 mgm that is 16 200 mgm tab of advil
but that is under medical supervision by prescription by a physician who knows the reason you are prescribed the drug
so for over the counter i will suggest do not exceed 6to8 tablets per day, that is if you can tolerate it.

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Do you know the highest dose of ibuprofen a person can take at one time?

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I have a severe toothache and i'm taking one ibuprofen 600 mg butmy mouth is still hurting and i was wondering if it was ok to take another dose?

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I take claritin and cipro for chronic allergies and chronic severe sinus pain and inflammation. no improvement yet. im in a lot of pain. im afraid to take ibuprofen because i had gi issues in the past. will taking one dose of advil hurt me?

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I have a cold. ears and throat in pain.i took 2 doses of dayquil-one in morning and one at 5pm, 2 ibuprofen at 2, nyquil at 7. can i take vicodin now?

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Largest dose of ibuprofen one can take for severe swelling on elbow from a bad fall with large angry spreading bruise? 600 or 800mg?

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What is the most ibuprofen i can safely take in one day?

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I have found that advil (ibuprofen) cold & sinus works before for me to keep my sinus symptoms at bay. will it hurt me at all to take one a day?

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Is it ok to take 1 or 2 doses of 400 mg ibuprofen every day for 15 days in a month? i have endometriosis and i have pain for around 15-16 days a month

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How many advil (ibuprofen) can you take in one day?

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