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I have severe pain right after a root canal, is there something i can take?
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Motrin: Eithe Motrin or aleve (naproxen) can help. Take with food and not on an empty stomach.
Answered 6/30/2014
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NSAID and Tylenol (acetaminophen): If this severe pain has occurred and you did not receive pain medication you can alternate NSAID and Tylenol (acetaminophen). Call your dentist for further instructions.
Answered 2/9/2015
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