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How long after taking 800 mg of.ibuprofen can i take 2 excedrin?

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Dr. Andrew Germanovich answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Talk to your doctor: Ibuprofen lasts about 6-8 hours. Take excedrin as directed after that. Nsaids can cause ulcers and life threatening bleeding. Talk to your physician about your symptoms.

Answered 5/31/2021

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