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How long does it take to get advil (ibuprofen) out of your body?
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About 24 hours: 24 hours is average metabolism.
Answered 7/8/2017
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1 day on average: Assuming normal kidney and liver function, no significant drug interaction, and used in normal dosages, it takes about a day for the medication to clear the body.
Answered 10/23/2019
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