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Is it ok to take tylenol (acetaminophen) and aspirin together for a headache?

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OK but..: For headcahe it is better to space tylenol (acetaminophen) and Aspirin 4 hours apart. Instead of Aspirin consider Aleve : it's longer acting (up to 12 hours).

Dr Rosenfeld and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/23/2017

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Sure: You can space them out or choose one of the combination products like Excedrin (aspirin, tylenol (acetaminophen) and caffeine). I also agree that Ibuprofen is a better choice than aspirin.

Dr Rosenfeld and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/19/2015

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