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How harmful is taking ibuprofen pain medication while drinking?

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Dr. Charles Lockhart answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Somewhat: Most drugs function best if not taken with alcohol as absorption rates are modified.

Dr Wang and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/7/2020

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