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Is it harmful to take 2 advil (ibuprofen) and a few hours later have multiple alcoholic beverages, about 3-4?

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Dr. David Campbell answered

Take with food: You should always take advil (ibuprofen) with food. The alcohol later is no problem except for a hangover.

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Answered 4/18/2014

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A member asked:

Is it harmful to take 2 advil (ibuprofen) and a few hours later have multiple alcoholic beverages, about 3-4?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Campbell answered

Dr Hall agreed

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