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My son bumped his head and mouth pretty hard on the cement, but has no sign of a concussion. can i take ibuprofen?
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Yes: Ibuprofen or tylenol (acetaminophen) will be fine. If he vomits or doesn't act right then he should go to the emergency room.
Answered 1/22/2018
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