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I breastfeed my 17months baby & the doctor prescribed advil cold & sinus for me as i have nasal congestion. is it safe to be taken?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Nasal congestion: Yes you can take advil (ibuprofen) sinus while breast feeding.

Answered 10/25/2015

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