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Could 600mg ibuprofen be taken with 800mg bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim)?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Yes: Both can be taken together. Also best to drink a glass of water with the Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds.

Answered 6/29/2018

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