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Mixing advil (ibuprofen) and motrin, is this okay?

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Same med: Since they are the same drug (just different brand names), max dosing is to be watched. 800 mg every 6-8 hours is max for a full sized adult.

Answered 8/8/2017

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